Mt. Fuji Variegated Spirea
Spiraea thunbergii 'Mt. Fuji'
Description | Superb, collector's variety! A spectacular flurry of small white flowers appears mid-spring. Next, fine, willow-like leaves unfurl with green and white variegation, some twisted and curled for added appeal. The foliage turns brilliant yellow-orange and holds well through late autumn. Deciduous. |
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Light | Full sun |
Watering | Water regularly- weekly, or more often in extreme heat; less often, once established. |
Blooms | Spring |
Mature Size | Reaches 4 to 5 ft. tall and wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Fall Color, Waterwise, Benefits Birds |
Problems/Solutions | Rabbit Resistant |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Border |
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Flower Color | White |
Foliage Color | Variegated |
Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer palmatum); Weigela (Weigela); Ninebark (Physocarpus); Barberry (Berberis); Euonymus (Euonymus) |
Care | Prefers well-drained, but adaptable to most soils. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Tolerates some drought when established. Requires little care. Open and airy habit requires little pruning. Clip spent flowers to encourage re-blooming. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
![USDA Cold Hardiness Zone Map](https://www.monrovia.com/media/map/zone/zone-5-9.png)
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 9
Good to grow!
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.