Renaissance Spirea

Spiraea vanhouttei 'Renaissance'

Nature Hills Nursery

Extended Bloom Period Vanhoutte Spirea with Cascading White Flowers Longer than Traditional Varieties
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 3-7
Grows 5-7 ft Tall, 6-8 ft Wide
Showy White Blooms From Late Spring to Early Summer
Pollinator-Friendly Shrub

$43¹²

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: This shrub performs best in full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct light daily to produce its signature white flower clusters. While it handles partial shade, you will notice fewer blooms and a less vibrant orange-red display during the fall season.
Soil: Renaissance Spirea thrives in well drained soil that is rich in organic matter. If you are dealing with heavy clay, mix in some compost to improve drainage, as "wet feet" can lead to root rot and poor growth.

Watering Requirements

During the first growing season, provide about one inch of water per week to help the root system become established in your landscape. Once mature, this variety is quite drought tolerant, though a deep soaking during summer dry spells prevents the foliage from crisping. Inconsistent watering often leads to smaller flower corymbs and may cause the plant to drop its leaves prematurely in late summer.

Pruning Tips

Because this spirea blooms on "old wood" produced the previous year, you should prune it immediately after the flowers fade in late spring. Use a thinning technique by removing the oldest, thickest stems down to the ground to encourage fresh, vigorous growth from the base. This "rejuvenation" approach acts like a reset button, keeping the shrub from becoming overly woody or sparse in the center.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as new growth begins to emerge. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this stimulates soft, tender growth that won't have time to harden off before the first frost. This late season growth is highly susceptible to winter kill, which can damage the overall structure of the shrub.

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Low Maintenance, Flowering, Fall Color/Interest, Deer-resistant, Disease resistant, Attracts pollinators, Drought resistant, Heat Tolerant, Hedge/Screen
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	5-7 ft
Width	6-8 ft
Watering Needs	Moderate
Growth Rate	Moderate
Blooms In	Spring, Summer
Flower Color	White
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Indoors, Outdoors
Botanical Name	Spiraea vanhouttei 'Renaissance'
Species	vanhouttei
Cultivar	Renaissance
Class	Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

Cascading White Blossoms Renaissance Spirea

Tiny White Flowers in Early Spring
Longer Bloom Period Than Old Fashioned Varieties
Gracefully Arching Branches
Vase-Shaped Shrub Features Blue-Green Foliage for Summer
Orange-Red Fall Color
Beautiful Specimen Plant or in Mixed Borders
Can Be Grown in a Wide Range of Well-Drained Soil Types
Disease Resistant
Deer Resistant
Very Low Maintenance

People just love the grace of Bridalwreath Spirea shrubs and the new and improved version is a true Renaissance! Introducing the Renaissance Spirea shrub (Spiraea vanhouttei 'Renaissance'), bringing you one of the best varieties to use in your landscape! Each slender, arching branch is adorned with sweet, little, white blooms every year in early spring.

Maybe you remember them from Grandma's garden, or have seen them flowering around your town? Well, this improved cultivar of Bridalwreath offers the same gorgeous form and lovely spring show, but adds a fiery fall color display, too.

You'll also appreciate how easy-care this disease-resistant variety will be in your landscape. These are nearly "plant-them-and-forget-them" deciduous shrubs, but are far too attractive to ever forget them!

They even look wonderful in winter. The delicate wand-like branches look like a fairy tale after each one is touched by the shine of frost.

Plant these pretties where you'll see them. Renaissance is showy enough for a spot front and center in your garden design. But, it's not too proud to become a supporting actor as a backdrop for smaller plants.

Of course, you'll grow Renaissance Spirea for its wonderful springtime display. There is nothing prettier than seeing each arching, chocolate-brown branch, liberally frosted with a cascade of pristine white blooms that flow up, over and down to the ground. It's an enchanting display to be savored each year.

Why not host a romantic spring soirée to welcome the new season? The flowers shine sweetly in the moonlight, so it needn't be a daytime event. Weave a few of the long branch whips into circlet wreaths for your guests to wear on their heads as country-chic party favors. Everyone will look great on social media. Not to mention the joy that children will get from these lovely shrubs!

Plant several shrubs so you have plenty of material on hand. You'll forever be trimming branches of the small, lobed blue-green leaves of summer to include in your cut flower arrangements.

Don't forget to trim the bold, fall color foliage for your fall bouquets or to place along the length of your Thanksgiving tablescape. The colorful leaves persist for a long time on this ornamental shrub. Allow it to decorate your landscape in all seasons.

We take calls on this plant every week. Order yours today, you'd hate to miss next year's blooms.

How to Use Renaissance Spirea in the Landscape

Give this shrub plenty of space to grow to its mature height and width. It's a shame to prune that incredible fountain-shaped form down to control it.

Try a row as a lovely foundation planting or elevate the look of an existing fence. Your neighbors will bless your thoughtfulness, and so will local butterflies.

Renaissance are a great addition to any organic garden. But deer tend to leave them alone, so they are a great plant for a woodland landscape.

Plant them 3 to 5 feet apart on center. The wider apart you plant, the more open the eventual look. You'll measure from the center of one to the center of the next.

Compact Renaissance Spirea has an airy and refined appearance. Use it as a fine-textured accent throughout your planting design to tie the entire look together. It makes a charming contrast against the stalwart presence of evergreen trees and shrubs.

Their ease of care allows them to work well in commercial property plantings as well. Go ahead, use the blooms and pretty shape to catch the eyes of all who pass by.

#ProPlantTips for Care

With optimal conditions, this cold-hardy plant can be expected to live a long time. Plant it in a full sun location with well-drained soil.

Water regularly and increase the amount of water in hot, dry periods. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer like Dr. Earth Organic and Natural All-Purpose Fertilizer once in the late winter.

This particular variety is considered low maintenance and is not only more compact, but also more disease resistant than other varieties. Renaissance is tolerant of many soil types and environments.

Prune to shape right after flowering. You can even do a renewal pruning every 8 years or so by cutting it down to the ground level. It will fill back in quickly with new growth from the crown of the plant.

Enjoy this lovely, spring-blooming shrub. Fast-growing and carefree, Renaissance Spirea is an ornamental shrub that's sure to bring you years of enjoyment and beauty. Order today!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How large does it typically grow?

Renaissance Spirea typically reaches 4-6 feet tall and wide at maturity. This vase-shaped shrub develops gracefully arching branches that create an elegant fountain-like form. Allow adequate space for its natural spreading habit when planting.

What planting zones is Renaissance Spirea hardy in?

Renaissance Spirea is hardy in USDA zones 3-8, making it suitable for most of the continental United States. This cold-hardy shrub tolerates winter temperatures down to -40°F. Plant in well-drained soil for best results, available at naturehills.com.

Is Renaissance Spirea deer resistant?

Yes, Renaissance Spirea is deer resistant, making it an excellent choice for gardens where deer browsing is a concern. This low-maintenance shrub combines beautiful cascading white spring blooms with natural deer resistance. Plant it in well-drained soil where you'll enjoy the spring display without worrying about deer damage.

Can Renaissance Spirea be shipped to my location during winter months?

Renaissance Spirea can be shipped during winter months when dormant, as this deciduous shrub tolerates cold well. Winter shipping is actually ideal since the plant is dormant and experiences less transplant shock. Check your local frost dates and plan to plant when soil is workable in spring.

Does Renaissance Spirea need to be pruned and if so, when?

Renaissance Spirea benefits from light pruning immediately after its spring bloom to maintain shape and encourage next year's flowers. Since it blooms on old wood, avoid late-season pruning which removes flower buds. Simply remove spent blooms and any dead branches for best results.