Spiraea douglasii - 60-80 CM C2

Description
The Hardhack (Spiraea douglasii var. menziesii) is an upright garden plant that produces dark pink-coloured flowers arranged in panicles. They appear from June to August. The Hardhack also has medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 2.5 metres and grows to around 1.5 metres wide.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Spiraea menziesii.

Bulletpoints
* Suitable for containers

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Hardhacks are medium green, alternate.

Frost hardiness
The Hardhack has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Hardhack is upright in structure.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
If watered less frequently but thoroughly and thoroughly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

Flower
The dark pink flowers of the Hardhack appear in panicles from June to August.

Use
Tubs, hedge (pruning), group planting, rock garden, bed edging