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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, tamp the soil, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Native to: China, Manchuria, Russian Federation, Siberia

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Introduced

Sorbaria sorbifoliaSorbaria sorbifolia

False Spiraea, False Spirea, Ural False Spirea

In Stock: 1.372 lb (Total:1.372lb)

Sorbaria sorbifolia

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1.37 lb

Details

Germination:

40%

Germination test:

estimate

Purity:

70%

Seeds per lb:

1,960,000

Quantity:

1.37 lb

Collected in:

China

Crop year:

2020

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1828461

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 60 days

Germination: surface sow and keep moist, tamp the soil, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Native to: China, Manchuria, Russian Federation, Siberia

Native

Introduced

Dive into the beauty and resilience of Sorbaria sorbifolia, commonly known as False Spirea or Ural Spirea. This vibrant, deciduous shrub boasts striking white flower panicles, creating a captivating display from June to July. Reaching heights and spreads of 5 to 10 feet, its deep green foliage resembles that of the related mountain ash, adding a lush, coarse texture to any garden setting. True to its hardy nature, False Spirea flourishes in well-drained, organically rich soils under full sun, and is tolerant of varying moisture levels.

Despite its aggressive spread via root suckers in loose soils, False Spirea is an ideal candidate for erosion control on slopes and banks and serves effectively in screens and border plantings. With no significant insect or disease threats, its allure lies in its low upkeep requirements—prune in late winter to early spring for optimal growth rejuvenation. Native to Central and Eastern Asia, this robust shrub thrives across zones 2 to 8, promising beauty that endures through the seasons.