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Steeplebush
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Steeplebush
Spiraea tomentosa
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub

Also known as Hardhack, Steeplebush is an upright bush found in wet prairies and meadows, and around marshes.  Our native alternative to the Japanese spiraea, Steeplebush develops multiple spires of pinkish-purple flowers from July through September. Its foliage turns bright reddish-gold in Fall. A good addition to raingardens, Steeplebush is the host plant for the Columbia silkmoth.

Available
Yes
Sizes Available
Height
2-5 feet
Spread
2-4 feet
Bloom Season
Mid Summer - Early Fall
Flower Colors
Pink,  Purple
Sun Tolerance
fullsun
partsun
Soil Tolerance
Moist,  Poorly drained
Features
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butterfly friendly
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bee friendly
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deer resistant
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winter interest
QR
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Code
SPTO