Mountain Spiraea
Spiraea splendens
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–36" H × 12"–36" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
CA, ID, MT, OR and 2 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Spiraea splendens is a compact deciduous shrub that produces clusters of pink to rose-colored flowers from June through August. The plant maintains a tidy, rounded form that works well in both formal and informal landscape settings.
In an HOA neighborhood
Mountain Spiraea is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
The summer blooms attract bees and butterflies, providing nectar during the peak growing season. This native shrub supports local pollinators when many other plants may be stressed by summer heat.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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