Spiraea nipponica (Snowmound)

Spiraea ‘Snowmound’ (often sold as Spirea Snowmound) is a compact, deciduous flowering shrub known for its masses of small white flowers in late spring to early summer.

It’s popular in UK & Ireland gardens because it’s:

• Very hardy

• Easy to grow

• Low maintenance

• Reliable for strong seasonal display

🌿 Key Features

• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub

• Height: 1–1.5 metres

• Spread: 1.5–2 metres

• Position: Full sun (best flowering)

• Soil: Most well-drained soils

• Hardiness: Fully hardy

• Flowering Time: Late spring to early summer

• Flowers: Clusters of small pure white blooms covering arching branches

✂️ Care & Maintenance

• Prune after flowering

• Cut back old stems to encourage fresh growth

• Very low maintenance once established

🏡 Ideal For

✔ Borders
✔ Cottage gardens
✔ Low hedging
✔ Wildlife-friendly planting
✔ Mass planting for impact