Spirea - Grefsheim
Grefsheim Spirea, spiraea x cineria 'Grefsheim', is a densely, arching shaped shrub that is a lovely early flowering spirea. It has cascades of white flowers in April or early May. The narrow soft green foliage is combined with an abundance of white flowers in dense clusters all along the branches. The flowers appear before the leaves in mid spring, completely covering the shrub, giving the effect is of a light cloud. Grefsheim is among the easiest flowering shrubs to grow since it tolerates many soils, except extremely wet; requires full sun. The plant also likes mulch and summer watering. It grows 4-5 feet in height as well as width. Originated in Norway. ... details
Forsythia - Spectabilis The Spectabilis Forsythis, Forsythia x intermedia, is a showy border Forsythia that transplants readily. It grows at a rapid rate and is long-lived. Tolerates a wide range of soil and light conditions, but prefers full sun. Allow plenty of room for plant to spread. Withstands city conditions. Profuse, yellow, spring flowers are followed by medium green summer foliage. `Spectabilis' (Showy Border Forsythia) is the most common forsythia. The profuse, yellow flowers of forsythia are considered by many to be the first sure sign of spring. Flowers will last for two or three weeks unless killed by cold. Often used to control erosion on steep slopes because tips of branches root naturally and plants spread easily. Suggested uses for this plant include border, specimen plant, and screen.
