Bridal veil spirea is a vigorous, easy-to-grow shrub that is a great choice for beginning gardeners. It is adaptable to a wide range of soils and site conditions and is tolerant of drought. This tough little shrub is also durable and pest-resistant. Bridal veil spirea has pretty, white flowers that bloom in early summer and contrast nicely with the plant's dark green foliage.
Related plant:
Bridal Bush
About soil condition, the bridal veil spirea prefers well-drained soil but can tolerate some degree of moisture. It also does best in slightly acidic to neutral pH levels. You can improve drainage in your garden by mixing in organic matter such as compost before planting.
Like the other Spirea shrubs, the Bridal Veil Spirea prefers full sun to partial shade. It will flower best in full sun, but it can still tolerate some shade. If you live in an area with hot summers, then it's best to plant this shrub in a spot that gets some afternoon shade.
The temperature condition that is most suitable for bridal veil spirea is cool to cold weather. This plant does not tolerate heat very well and will start to wilt and die off if the temperature gets too high. It is best to plant this spirea in an area that gets some shade during the hotter hours of the day to help keep it cool.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is between 40% to 60%. If the air is too dry, the leaves will begin to drop and the plant will go into dormancy. If the air is too moist, the leaves will begin to yellow and the plant will become susceptible to fungal diseases.
About fertilizer, this type of plant does best with a light application of a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Avoid getting any fertilizer on the foliage. With regards to its roots, bridal veil spirea has a fibrous root system that is not particularly deep. Therefore, it does not require a lot of digging when you are transplanting it.
Pruning your bridal veil spirea is an important part of keeping your plant healthy and looking its best. Spirea are tough plants and can tolerate a wide range of pruning, from light shaping to heavy thinning. However, it is important to prune at the right time of year to avoid damaging the plant. Early spring is the best time to prune your spirea, before new growth begins.
Propagation of the bridal veil spirea is generally done through rooting softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from new growth that is still soft and pliable. The cuttings should be around 4-6 inches in length and should have several leaves. Remove the bottom leaves and dip the cuttings in rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a bright, indirect light until roots have developed and new growth appears. Once new growth appears, the plant can be transplanted to a larger pot or outdoors.
Usually, the plant growth rate is about 1-2 feet per year. However, under the right conditions, some bridal veil spirea plants have been known to grow up to 4 feet in a year. The key to achieving this growth rate is to provide the plant with plenty of sunlight and water.
Common problems for this kind of plant are powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spot. These can all be controlled with fungicides. Another problem that can occur is that the plant can become too tall and fall over. This can be controlled by pruning the plant back in the spring.
Source:
Bridalwreath Spirea (Spiraea prunifolia)
Hapsburg Imperial Bridal Veil | Smithsonian Institution
Phallus indusiatus - Bridal veil stinkhorn - Taxo4254 - Wiki.nus
