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birchleaf spirea
Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor Gold' GLOW GIRL
Birchleaf Spirea (Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor Gold' GLOW GIRL) gives your garden a stunning golden glow in the spring. This deciduous shrub grows to 3-4 feet tall and wide with a rounded form and attractive grey bark. This hardy plant is tolerant of cold temperatures and needs full sun to part shade. It produces a profusion of yellow-gold flowers in the spring, but has green foliage in summer and a yellow-orange glow in fall. It requires little maintenance and is low-drought tolerant and deer resistant. A colorful addition to rock gardens or foundation grounds, Birchleaf Spirea will add beauty to your landscape.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
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Hardiness Map
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Water Every
"7-10" days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
Low
Care Level
Low
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "7-10" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
Season
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Pruning Time
How to Propagate
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Division
Divide root ball in spring, replant sections immediately
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
- •Low-maintenance gardens
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.