Spiraea - Tor

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Spiraea - Tor

The Spirea 'Tor', Spiraea betuliflia 'Tor', is a compact spirea reaching a height and width of 2-3 ft. Its tiny white flower clusters are set against a backdrop of deep green leaves that are almost iridescent in the summer. Foliage turns a deep, purplish-red in the fall. The flowers are attractive to butterflies. Light shearing will encourage repeat bloom. Tor blooms on new wood, so pruning in late winter or early spring is recommended. Because of its small size and excellent attributes, Tor spirea makes a great foundation shrub. ... additional information

 

Mockorange - Snowbelle Philadelphus 'Snowbelle', Philadelphus 'Snowbelle', is a Canadian introduction. 'Snowbelle' is loaded with clusters of deeply fragrant, double, pure white blossoms. Snowbelle is ideal for smaller gardens. Prune if needed after it blooms in spring. Adaptable to many soils, moderate moisture, and it is deer resistant. This low grower will be 3-4' tall and 3-4 feet wide, and is excellent as a classic traditional garden plant. Mock orange has many uses in the landscape and its especially enjoyable when grown near a walkway, patio or driveway where one can enjoy its beauty and fragrance. Small enough for a garden urn, this handsome, low growing Canadian cultivar exhibits a tidy, compact profile, and exceptional heat and cold tolerance.

Spiraea - Tor