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4-H Horticulture Judging Contest

Beth Hinshaw
Extension Speclaist, SE
4-H Youth Development
K-State Research & Extension

620-496-8206

bhinshaw@ksu.edu

Spirea

Scientific Name: Spiraea sp.

Category: Ornamentals

Description:
Spirea are woody, flowering shrubs. The simple leaves are alternate and have a toothed margin. Clusters of flowers may be white, pink or lavender. Leave shape varies with variety.

 Spirea foliage

Spirea foliage

 Spirea foliage and flowers

Spirea foliage and flowers

 Spirea in flower

Spirea in flower

 Spirea flower cluster

Spirea flower cluster

Spirea foliage

Spirea foliage