Ural Falsespirea (Sorbaria sorbifolia)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Ural Falsespirea
Sorbaria sorbifolia

Ural Falsespirea flowers and leaves
Ural Falsespirea flowers and leaves
 
Features
Large, upright clusters of small, white flowers in early to mid-summer; new foliage has a reddish tinge to it; summer foliage is green. 
 
Culture
Full sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soils are best; tolerates alkaline soil. 
 
Cultivars
 
 
Mature Height
6-10 Feet
 
Size
Medium
 
 
Mature Width
6-10 Feet
 
Mature Form
Rounded to slightly broad spreading; tends to sucker. 
 
Native To:
Asia 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
Alkaline Soil
Wind
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
 
 
Uses
Massing
Screen
Specimen
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Pests and Problems
 
Additional Notes

 

 
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