Japanese Spiraea 'Crispa'

Japanese Spiraea 'Crispa' — this is an exceptionally ornamental, low-growing shrub prized for the unusual shape of its leaves and its compactness.

A dwarf bush (up to 60 cm) prized for its unique "curly" foliage and compact globe-shaped form.

• Appearance: The leaves are narrow, deeply serrated; reddish when unfurling, green in summer, purple in autumn. The flowers are delicate, pink-lilac, gathered into flat corymbs.
• Flowering: July – August.
• Conditions: Sun or light partial shade. Favours fertile, well-drained moist soils.
• Care: Fully frost-resistant. Requires hard spring pruning (down to 15–20 cm from the ground) to maintain its shape and abundant flowering.