Sorbaria sorbifolia ‘Sem’
Sorbaria sorbifolia ‘Sem’
Cultivated compact, low growing variety of Ash Leaf Spirea (aka False Spirea). Extremely hardy and tolerant shrub has dark green foliage that resembles that of Mountain Ash. Plumes of white flowers in spring followed by beautiful leaf change to orange-red in Fall. Fast growing, and performs best with moist, well-graining soil.
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Plant Height at Maturity
3 feet
Plant Width at Maturity
3 feet
Growth Rate
6-12"/year
Growth Habit
Round
Landscape Uses
Erosion Control | Ornamental Specimen
Environmental Features
Pollinator Friendly | Bird Habitat | Wildlife Forage Source
Tough Sites
Alkaline Soil | Dry Soil | Calcareous Soil | Steep Slope | Deer Damage | Urban Conditions
Seasonal Interest
Fall Color | Spring Flowering
Flower Color
White