Douglas Spirea (Spiraea douglasii ) - 3 year old plant Douglas spirea is a fast-growing, deciduous native shrub that features fragrant, pink, spire-like flower clusters from July to August and oblong, toothed leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade and is native to streambanks, wetlands, and wet meadows. The primary native range is along the Pacific coast, from Alaska south through the Pacific Northwest into northern California. It is also found east of the Cascade Mountains in states like Oregon, Idaho and western Montana, with isolated populations in Colorado, Missouri, and Tennessee. Requires consistently moist to wet, acidic soil, which can be achieved through site selection or regular watering. Grows up to 3?6 feet tall and forms colonies through suckering. Aggressive pruning can be done in late winter to remove dead branches and control size. A balanced fertilizer can be applied in early spring and mid-summer for a healthy plant. Mulch can help the plant retain moisture and suppress weeds. Water in the morning to prevent fungal diseases. Attracts pollinators and provides food and cover for birds and other wildlife. Creates thickets for wildlife habitat. Douglas spirea is suitable for rain gardens and can tolerate seasonal flooding. Great for Erosion control along streambanks and other moist areas. USDA zones 5-8, and zone 4 with wind protection. Available as a potted plant - Plant was 3 foot tall, but has been pruned to fit into a 18 inch box. 5 1/2 inch deep pot. Free Shipping to most locations. We cannot ship to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote without a freight surcharge. Plants comes with detailed planting, growing and care instructions...and you can call or email if you have additional questions. We ship to all states. If your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout. All plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if they are, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. This will help us solve the problem. Scenic Hill Farm is a licensed Oregon Nursery. 11/25