SORBARIA sorbifolia
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SORBARIA sorbifolia
Commonly known as False spiraea
Thicket forming shrub with long pinnate leaves and panicles of small white flowers in midsummer
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Excess suckers can be removed to restrict spread. -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Japan, northern Asia -
DeciduousLeaves to 25cm (10in) long, each with up to 25 dark-green leaflets.
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White
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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Cottage garden
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Fully hardy
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Pinnate
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Serrate
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Lanceolate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright, suckering shrub with erect branches. Produces 5-petalled, star shaped flowers in erect, terminal, conical panicles to 25cm (10in) long.
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Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Partial shade
Best in dappled shade -
Mature Size2m (6½ft)
3m (10ft)
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