Germander Meadowsweet (Spiraea Chamaedryfolia) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Spiraea chamaedryfolia is a perennial shrub known for its fine-textured, twiggy mounding habit and ovate to lanceolate leaves. It is native to parts of North America and typically grows in terrestrial habitats.

Germander Meadowsweet

Germander Meadowsweet

Spiraea Chamaedryfolia

Spiraea chamaedryfolia is a perennial shrub known for its fine-textured, twiggy mounding habit and ovate to lanceolate leaves. It is native to parts of North America and typically grows in terrestrial habitats.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, border plant, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Germander Meadowsweet

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Spiraea