00:00 This is a spirea, a beautiful flowering shrub that comes in many sizes, colors, and forms.
00:05 Let's take a closer look with Better Homes and Gardens.
00:12 Spirea is great for hedges, privacy screens, and foundation plantings.
00:16 These shrubs are popular for their long flowering window and fuss-free nature.
00:21 It thrives in well-drained soil and requires at least six hours of full sun each day.
00:26 Spirea plants grown in shade tend to have fewer flowers and less vibrant colors.
00:30 Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
00:32 It's better to water deeply but less frequently.
00:35 It's easy to grow, too.
00:37 To plant, dig a hole the same height as the root ball and two to three times wider than
00:41 the roots.
00:42 Place the plant in the hole and backfill with soil.
00:45 Spread a thin layer of mulch around your newly planted spirea and water well.
00:50 Here are a few favorite types of spirea to grow.
00:53 Little Princess Spirea produces rose pink flowers in spring.
00:57 Snowmound Spirea bears white flowers that almost smother the branches in early summer.
01:02 Van Hoot Spirea has white flowers in mid-spring.
01:06 Now that you've learned more about spirea, go forth and plant!
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