Pics of Garden Landscaping with Flowering Plants using the Bridal Wreath or Spirea Bush
81Flowers and plants
When designing a plan for garden landscaping, it is often desirable to work in some flowers and plants that add splashes of color for additional definition and interest and one of the many flowering plants that should be considered is the Bridal Wreath, also known as Spirea.
It is a hearty old fashioned plant and is commonly found growing in the Northern Hemisphere.
Interestingly it is actually related to the family of roses.
The Bridal Wreath is a fairly low maintenance plant and once established can be propagated from division of the root ball or it can quite easily be grown from cuttings of the woody stems.
Bridal Wreath (Spirea) Shrub
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The bridal wreath shrub that I first saw as a child growing in my parent's yard was a thing of beauty.
Next to an adjacent woods, the acreage where my parents built their home in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin had been a field with native grasses growing in it.
My parents had purchased 2 acres of land from my maternal grandfather who owned a much larger plot which he gradually sold off to other people wishing to build homes there in the countryside.
Every single tree, shrub and flower that graced our yard and garden space was lovingly planted by my parents.
It was a blank canvas so-to-speak where my mother and father were able to create their own masterpiece...and beautiful it was!
The cascading branches of the large bridal wreath shrub that would bear those striking white blossoms each Spring were one of the bushes chosen to be used in the yard to add its own particular beauty.
The pictures taken and shown in this hub are from a neighbor's yard in Houston, Texas.
Showing the fountain-like branches dipping down to the ground festooned with the many brilliant white blossoms it makes me think of the bridal wreath bushes in my parent's yard in those early days of my childhood.
Spirea (Bridal Wreath) Shrub in full bloom
Spirea (Bridal Wreath)
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Bridal Wreath
The bridal wreath or spirea comes from the family Rosaceae and from the cultivar Plena.
When planting this shrub one must allow plenty of space around it so that the effect of its cascading growth habit can be fully appreciated.
It can commonly grow to be about 6 feet in height with a width of almost the same. Grown as a specimen plant it can be admired from every angle.
If grown as a hedge just allow enough space between each plant so that it has a chance to grow and spread naturally.
Often gardeners do not take the mature size of a plant into consideration when first planting the smaller sizes purchased in nurseries. The newly planted shrubs are then forced to compete for water, nutrients and even enough circulating air to remain healthy.
The Bridal Wreath is a deciduous plant meaning that it loses its leaves in the wintertime.
It likes full sun but can tolerate partial shade as long as it gets at least 6 hours of sun daily.
When in glorious bloom in mid to late Spring, it attracts butterflies but what it does not attract is deer munching on its branches.
This is good to know for people who are seeking shrubs and plants and who have deer regularly visiting their gardens.
Perhaps it is the salicylates that are contained within the branches of the bridal wreath (an aspirin like component) that repels the deer?
Rabbits and other critters will also not be prone to chew on the bridal wreath branches.
What makes this plant really attractive is its hardiness.
It can tolerate every type of condition ranging from the windy seashore to hot and humid conditions such as are found in Houston in the summertime to drought conditions or even polluted areas!
Bridal Wreath (Spirea) Shrub
Spirea varieties
There are many varieties of Spirea, even dwarf varieties that can bloom more than one time a year if pruned back after blooming.
The greatest variety of species can be found in eastern Asia.
There are anywhere from 80 to 100 species of Spirea, also sometimes spelled Spiraea.
Thus if your garden space does not allow one to plant a 6 foot specimen of spirea, not to worry!
There are low growing mounded varieties that also bloom in other colors and sport different colors of leaves.
Gardening Tips: Great Spireas for your garden
How to prune spirea
Stumping method of pruning spirea
Pruning Spireas
On the larger shrubs like the bridal wreath some experts recommend pruning back the spireas by 1/3rd after flowering every year.
Some of the smaller growing varieties are literally cut back to just above ground level each year. This is a method called "stumping."
During the growing and blooming season with the smaller to medium varieties of spirea they can be pruned back with clippers or even a hedge trimmer and they will likely re-bloom possibly even several times if this is done regularly depending upon the variety.
In addition to the Bridal Wreath Spirea, some of the other varieties among which to choose in nurseries or online are the Anthony Waterer, Daphne, Gold Flame, Magic Carpet, Little Princess, Lime Mound, Gold Mound and others. The choices are many!
Did you know about the bridal wreath plant or other types of spirea?
See results without votingIf you did not already know about utilizing flowering plants like the Bridal Wreath or Spirea in your garden landscaping design, hopefully you are now armed with more information about the different varieties of this very hardy and beautiful plant. And if you are a bride getting married in the Springtime of the year and want a natural hair adornment or sprigs of the bridal wreath in your bouquet or in flower arrangements, what could be more natural than the fragrant Bridal Wreath to make that special day even more memorable?
Bridal Wreath (Spirea) Shrub in full bloom
Sampling of other gardening / plant hubs by Peggy W...
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Learn about this beautiful and hardy flowering shrub for mild climates. Photos & videos. - Southern Beauty ~ Oleander Pictures ~ Hardy and Evergreen Shrubs
This is one hardy, evergreen and perennial favorite shrub that blooms much of the year in outdoor southern climates. See photos & videos. - Crepe-Myrtles in Southern Landscaping
- Pictures of Wildflowers in our Subdivision Greenbelt Area
- Finding Serenity in the Japanese Garden of Portland, Oregon
- Botanical Garden in St. Louis, Missouri - A National Historic Landmark!
- Butchart Gardens in Victoria, BC, Canada - Spectacular Daytime and at Night
- Pictures of Cut Louisiana Irises ~ Growing Irises ~ Re-blooming Flowers
- Pictures of the beautiful Cypress Gardens in Florida
- Pictures - Bluebonnets and other Texas Wildflowers in the Spring
- Pictures ~ Wildseed Farms ~ Fields of Flowers ~ Fredericksburg, Texas
- Pictures of Roses, Flowers, Plants in our October Houston Garden
- Gift of Val St. Lambert Crystal Vase, Tulips and Memories
- Pictures of Easter Lilies Bloom in our Backyard
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They are so beautiful. That's it, I'm going to have to find some plants/flowers that are hearty and can handle the heat and the rainy season here. Very useful, beautiful, up hub.
Hello The Dirt Farmer,
I have not personally rooted a spirea that way, but why not try? It works for many other plants. Thanks for taking the time to read this hub about the bridal wreath and leaving a comment.
Planted one by the woods 3 weeks ago, and it's been blooming ever since. Gorgeous! Before reading your article, I hadn't realized that they are easy to start from cuttings. Will have to give it a try. Can I root new a one like a forsythia by placing a rock on a limb?
Hello kimboy9-9,
Pruning spirea or bridal wreath as you say can successfully bring more blossoms. You must have some experience with these flowering plants in your garden landscaping, I am guessing. Thanks for the comment.
During the growing and blooming season with the smaller to medium varieties of spirea they can be pruned back with clippers or even a hedge trimmer and they will likely re-bloom possibly even several times........................Good Artical
Hello Denise,
Happy to hear that you enjoyed this hub about using the Bridal Wreath or Spirea in garden landscaping. It is truly a showstopper when in full bloom. Thanks for the comment.
Beautiful. Enjoyed the photos and videos as well as the info.
Hi Becky,
I agree with you in that the full grown Bridal Wreath shrubs need a large space. They certainly make a statement when in full bloom in anyone's garden landscaping! Thanks for your comment. I think at this point in early February most people are looking forward to Spring. :-)
I like Bridal Wreath, it's easy to maintain and their blooms are beautiful. They are a lovely addition to the landscape as long as there is enough space for them to spread and thrive as they do. I can't wait for Spring planting :) Thanks for the excellent information.
Hello sofs,
That it is indeed! When the bridal wreath is in full bloom is is a show stopper! I'm going to check into growing some of those smaller types of spirea and work them into our garden landscaping. The cold temperatures of below freezing for several days running (most unusual) in Houston will be taking its toll on some of my usual plantings. The nurseries probably LOVE this kind of weather! They get to sell more replacement plants. Thanks for your comment.
Beautiful and informative. I learned something new today. This one looks like a one of those stunners in the garden that attracts all attention to itself. Enjoyed it!!
Hello erthfrend,
I agree that the bridal wreath and other types of spirea are great additions to any garden landscaping if one wishes to have flowering plants in the garden that are also hardy and easy care. Glad you liked this hub and thanks for the comment.
What a great hub and so beautiful too! Those flowers are simply amazing, what a stunning addition to a garden! Thank you for sharing!
Hello glowingrocks,
It is a beautiful thing to behold...a bridal wreath or spirea shrub in full blooming glory. Nice that you get to enjoy your neighbor's flowering plants! These are definitely hardy shrubs! Here is to the upcoming Spring and those sparrows who like to call your neighbor's bridal wreath home! I think that by this time of year (Feb. 6) most everyone is eagerly awaiting Spring. Thanks for the comment.
My neighbor has a beautiful spirea bush that has been thriving for 20+years.It blooms every year and provides a shelter for the sparrows.Spring!:)
Hi Cheryl,
Spring is just around the corner...another month or so. Thanks for commenting on this hub about garden landscaping using flowering plants such as the bridal wreath or many other types of spirea. Thanks for your comment.
Hello Dolores,
I know...I am jumping the season somewhat by posting this hub about garden landscaping using the bridal wreath or spirea in the wintertime. I had actually taken these pictures last Spring and intended to write about them. Just shows how late I am in posting. Haha! Oh well...it should be an evergreen subject and Spring IS hopefully just around the corner. Thanks for your comment.
Peggy,
The beauty of the spirea gives me spring fever. Your hub and videos on garden landscaping with flowering plants using bridal wreath is absolutely gorgeous. Thanks for sharing the helpful tips and the beauty of the spirea.
Hi Peggy! I love spirea and it's so nice to see those pictures now in blah winter. That soft wash of white against the dark green foliage is just beautiful.
Hello Gus,
We can dream of warmer days ahead, can't we? Haha! I remember the days of living in Wisconsin in the dead of Winter and ordering Spring bulbs to be delivered at the right time for planting. Thus...this garden landscaping with flowering plants using the bridal wreath or spirea is just for planning purposes at this point. LOL Thanks for the comment.
Hi Peggy - Well, this good stuff makes for great reading right now (wishing and longing maybe ??? ) but at 21 degrees outside, I will sit it out for now.
Gus :-)))
Agreed. Will keep our fingers crossed! :-)
Yes covering after a few days gets harder - we will see - sometimes they surprise with their hardiness.
Hi Billy,
This weather is unusual for Houston to say the least. Not many people out and about today since the roads were covered with ice. Our more tropical plants will undoubtedly take a hit with these freezing temperatures. We have a bunch of things covered with old sheets, but that can do only so much to protect them. I guess time will tell how our flowering plants and other plants in our gardens will fare!
Hello Mrs. J.B.,
Happy that I could introduce you to the Bridal Wreath and other spirea flowering plants. They are real beauties and hardy ones at that for garden landscaping. Thanks for the comment.
Hello Tuesdays child,
I also learned a few things when doing the research for this garden landscaping hub using the bridal wreath or spirea as flowering plants. Pruning makes sense as most plants at one time or another can use a little shaping. Knowing that some of those smaller spireas will bloom again by having them pruned makes it worth one's while to do so. Thanks for the comment.
Hello Micky,
Glad you enjoyed this hub about the bridal wreath and the other types of spirea. I'll bet that you see some of them in the gardens around where you live. Am I correct? Thanks for your comment.
Peggy another great gardening hub! Can you believe 4 days of under 32 F in Houston!
Hello dahoglund,
Yes these bridal wreath and spirea plants are perfect for those who wish flowering plants in their garden landscaping and don't wish to lose them due to the deer making a feast out of them. The deer will leave these spirea plants alone and move on to other more tasty things.
As to our weather... Houston is essentially shut down today. No air service, no metro bus or other transportation. We did not get the predicted snow but we got freezing rain and ice and with the temperatures no one except essential personnel should be out on the highways. LOTS of accidents! Will get above freezing this afternoon for a short time and then refreeze again tonight.
We are definitely having the coldest temperatures of the season...not quite record breaking, but almost.
I did not know about the Bridal Wreath. What gorgeous pictures. Thanks for the idea and the tips.
Hello katrinasui,
Yes, gardening is fun. Happy to hear that you enjoyed reading this hub about garden landscaping with flowering plants...specifically the bridal wreath or spirea. It is a beauty when it is in full bloom! Thanks for the comment.
Hello twentyfive,
Thanks for being the first to comment on this garden landscaping hub about the bridal wreath. If your mom loves gardening it is very likely that she might already be familiar with the spirea flowering plants. God bless you also!
I never knew spirea could be pruned! Thank you for the most interesting hub!!
Awesomely beautiful! Great post Peggy. Very informative as always. God bless you Peggy!
They do look nice.Our yard is about as full as I want it to be but I'll pass the information on to anyone who wants a deer resistant plant.
I hear Texas got some cold weather recently. My wife's aunt told her it is colder there than she has ever seen it.
I love gardening , It is a great hobby. I enjoyed reading your hub. Well done:)
My mom loves gardening and I have to bookmark this hub for her. Thanks for sharing this amazing hub :) God bless..
Peggy W Hub Author 13 months ago
Hi Charlu,
I would think that bridal wreath ( spirea ) would suit the plan perfectly. It is pretty hardy! Thanks for reading, commenting and casting votes. Appreciate it!