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Renaissance Spirea

Name: Renaissance Spirea
Brand: Spiraea
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Spiraea vanhouttei 'Renaissance'

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Shrub

Height

72 inches

Width

84 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Average

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

Medium-lived shrub

Native To

Hybrid

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Vanhoutte spirea is a classic, old-fashioned deciduous shrub known for its graceful, arching branches that become completely smothered in tiny white flowers in spring. 'Renaissance' is an improved cultivar of the classic Vanhoutte spirea, selected for its superior resistance to foliar diseases that can plague the species. It maintains the same spectacular flower show and elegant form.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Its main ornamental feature is the breathtaking floral display in late spring, when the arching branches are so heavily laden with white flower clusters they resemble a fountain of snow. It has a classic, graceful form that is attractive even out of bloom.

This is an extremely tough, adaptable, and fast-growing shrub, making it an excellent choice for creating informal hedges or screens quickly. Its tolerance of a wide range of conditions makes it a reliable landscape workhorse.

The dense clusters of small flowers attract a wide variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies, during their bloom period.

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Planting

How to Grow

Select a site with full sun for the best flower production.
This shrub is highly adaptable to most soil types.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball.
Set the plant at the same depth it was in the container.
Backfill with soil, water thoroughly to settle.
Mulch to conserve moisture, but keep it from touching the stems.

Pro Tip

For a dense hedge, plant them about 4-5 feet apart. Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage blooms for next year.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Provide full sun for maximum blooms.
Prune right after the spring flower show concludes.
Water during prolonged dry spells, though it is drought tolerant.
Give it enough space to develop its natural arching form.

Don't

Don't prune in late summer, fall, or winter; you'll cut off flower buds.
Avoid planting in deep shade, which results in sparse flowering.
Don't shear it into a tight ball; this ruins its graceful habit.
Do not overwater; it dislikes soggy soil.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Plant
Propagate
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Graceful flowering hedge or screenFountain-like specimen for a mixed borderFoundation planting for large buildings

Companion Plants

Weigela florida 'Wine & Roses' Physocarpus opulifolius 'Diabolo' Paeonia lactiflora Iris germanica Philadelphus coronarius

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Renaissance Spirea questions

What zones can Renaissance Spirea grow in?

Renaissance Spirea is hardy in USDA Zones 4–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Renaissance Spirea deer resistant?

Yes — Renaissance Spirea is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Renaissance Spirea bloom?

Renaissance Spirea typically blooms in late spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Renaissance Spirea need full sun?

Renaissance Spirea does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Renaissance Spirea drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Renaissance Spirea handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.