Spirea (Spiraea pyramidata)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Spiraea pyramidata is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

A tea is made by boiling the stems, leaves and flowers. — A tea is made by boiling the stems, leaves and flowers.

Habitat & North American Range

Streambanks and moist to dry slopes. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)