Spiraea splendens - Mountain or Rosy Spiraea, Rose Meadowsweet (Plant) Size:1G under pines

under pines

canyon slopes

and trees that provide nectar for the adult butterfly

with large silvery-blue fronds

the Channel Islands

Spiraea splendens - Mountain or Rosy Spiraea, Rose Meadowsweet (Plant) Size:1G under pinesVery attractive, hardy shrub. It's delicate bright pink flowers are fragrant. At lower elevations it will begin blooming in spring, at higher elevations in summer. Good for high elevation gardens. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Spiraea splendens Common Name Mountain or Rosy Spiraea, Rose Meadowsweet Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Moderate Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower