White Spirea
Spiraea betulifolia
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
White Spirea (Spiraea betulifolia) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag White Spirea as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–48" H × 24"–48" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
WY
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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White spirea is a compact native shrub that produces clusters of small white flowers from late spring through summer. This low-maintenance plant forms a neat, rounded shape and thrives in dry conditions with minimal water once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
White Spirea 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 abundant white flower clusters attract bees and butterflies throughout the long blooming season. This native shrub provides important nectar sources during peak pollinator activity months.
Common questions
- How much sun does White Spirea need?
- White Spirea grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does White Spirea bloom?
- White Spirea blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is White Spirea native?
- White Spirea (Spiraea betulifolia) is native to WY, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
- Is White Spirea toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag White Spirea as toxic to livestock.
- What pollinators does White Spirea attract?
- White Spirea draws bees and butterflies.
- Is White Spirea HOA-friendly?
- White Spirea is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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