Spirea Shrub Height Shipped:2 3 Feet Ideal for hardiness zone 8 85212 Ideal for hardiness zone 8 Avoid clay soils that may become waterlogged Its beauty‚ seasonal changes‚ and cultural importance make it a popular choice for gardens and a symbol of endurance and prosperity․ Spirea can be counted on to make a fine showing from early spring till late fall‚ and to hold the heart and soul of all who enter its domain․ Whether upon the lawn or in the wilds‚ or gracing the home grounds‚ it will form one of nature's harmonious links in the chain that draws heaven ward the human heart․ The most distinctive and high value feature of spiraea is its flowers‚ which are small and delicate in pink and mostly arranged in clusters․ Depending on the species‚ the plants have several periods of blooming‚ usually starting in late spring and flowering into summer․ Their numerous flowers draw more species of bees and butterflies to areas with the plants‚ as well as adding motion to the landscape․ The flowers of many spirea cultivars remain in bloom for several weeks‚ and the time when a spirea is in full bloom is a cause for celebration among gardeners․ This makes it an important contributor to the numbers in the pollinator population and not only an aesthetically pleasing plant‚ but also an important part of a healthy garden․