Sorbaria sorbifolia Sem

Sorbaria sorbifolia Sem

Why Buy Me?

• Attractive foliage
• Pretty star like flowers
• Good summer colour

Growing Conditions

Light:
Full sun to partial shade. Best foliage colour (especially pink spring growth) occurs in full sun. Can tolerate some shade but may become leggier and less vibrant in colour.

Soil:
Moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates a wide range of soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Avoid very dry or poorly drained sites.

Exposure:
Hardy and wind-tolerant. Suitable for exposed or sheltered locations. Tolerates cold climates well.

Drought Tolerance:
Moderate. Tolerates short dry spells once established but prefers consistent moisture for lush growth. Avoid prolonged drought.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time:
Best planted in spring or early autumn when soil is moist and temperatures are cool.

Spacing:
Space 90–120 cm (3–4 feet) apart, allowing room for suckering habit and natural spread.

Watering & Fertilization:
Water regularly during the first year. Mature plants require less frequent watering but benefit from moisture during hot, dry periods. Fertilize in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Mulching & Pruning:
Mulch annually with compost or bark to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in late winter or early spring—cut back stems to near ground level to rejuvenate and maintain a compact shape.

Propagation:
Propagate by division in early spring or autumn, or by root cuttings. Will spread by suckers, which can be dug up and replanted.

Seasonal Interest

Spring:
New foliage emerges with striking shades of pink, bronze, and chartreuse. Colourful young leaves are a key ornamental feature.

Summer:
Mature leaves are bright green and fern-like. In mid to late summer, fluffy, creamy-white flower plumes appear, resembling Astilbe.

Autumn:
Foliage may take on yellow to copper tones before dropping. Suckering growth habit continues to fill in space.

Winter:
Deciduous. Bare stems remain upright, providing light structure. Can be cut back in late winter to encourage fresh spring growth.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife:
Flowers attract pollinators including bees and butterflies. Dense foliage and suckering growth may offer cover for small wildlife.

Garden Use:
Excellent for informal borders, naturalistic plantings, or as a colorful foliage shrub in mixed beds. Also suitable for erosion control on slopes due to its spreading roots. Works well in cottage gardens or low-maintenance landscapes.

Companion Plants:
Pairs well with shade- or moisture-tolerant plants such as Astilbe, Hosta, Ferns, Rodgersia, Persicaria, and Hakonechloa. Its colorful foliage complements darker-leaved or finer-textured companions

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