Tor Spirea
Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
From | To | S&H |
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$0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
$20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
$50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
$70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
$100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
$130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
$150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
#1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
#3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
#6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
#7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Tor Spirea highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring

Growing Zones 4-8
Splashy Three Season Interest Tor Spirea
- Deep Green Spring and Summer Foliage
- Petite White Flowers
- Compact, Low to the Ground Form
- Loved by Butterflies
- Very Easy to Take Care Of
- Stunning Fall Color
- Full Sun
- Great in Modern Foundation Plantings
- Use in Rock Gardens
- Deer Resistant
Look out Hydrangea and Lilac bushes! There's a new favorite in town! Tor Spirea (Spiraea betulifolia 'Tor'), sometimes called Birchleaf Spirea, is here and positively charming the locals with its multiseasonal interest! This deciduous shrub fills out into a neat, low-to-the-ground, mounded form. That, along with the dark green of the leaves, makes the perfect setup to adequately showcase the petite tiny white flowers, that sprout and cover Tor Spirea in the early summer.
Tired of having bushes that only show off for a couple of weeks every year? We totally get it, that's why you'll want a Tor Spirea to your landscape. Its beauty starts in the spring with an abundance of dark green foliage sprouting from its branches.
Include in foundation plantings against the siding of your house or as a border for your garden. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for hedges!
Of course, you'll have to be willing to share that beauty with your local pollinators. Spirea bushes are known to be a butterfly favorite and Tor Spirea is no exception. Butterflies and their splashy wings will simply add to the shrub's colorful nature!
As the weather cools and the crisp breezes of fall roll in, Tor Spirea pulls yet another trick out of its sleeve. The lovely foliage changes from deep green to an exciting orange streaked with red and purple.
While other shrubs are settling in for the winter, Tor Spirea is still showing off in all its glory. Neighbors are going to wish they too had a bush with half as much fall color!
This shrub, loved by you, your neighbors, and the local pollinators, won't stay available for long. Order one for your landscape from our expert growers at Nature Hills Nursery today!
How to Use Tor Spirea in the Landscape
Even experienced gardeners will tell you they have a hard time picking just one way to use this in their garden. Tor Spirea's low-growing compact form makes it a great addition in a multitude of different ways.
You can plant a couple in a row to create an informal-looking hedge for loose borders. Plus since the deer seem to leave this specimen alone, for the most part, you won't have to worry about it getting munched on!
One of its more popular uses is to plant along the sides of your house. Tor Spirea is well known for being a fantastic foundational plant because of its low maintenance and carefree needs.
Perennial beds could even benefit from a Tor Spirea. Either plant in the garden as an accent, or line the garden and give it an unassuming border that'll keep the color coming until winter!
If you're looking to make a statement, try pairing with shrubs roughly the same size to create a mixed shrub border. Double Play Big Bang® would contrast nicely and draw the eyes of jealous onlookers!
Large patio planters and Rock gardens are other areas Tor Spirea shines. Plant one and each fall the foliage will seemingly shine brighter against the rocks!
#ProPlantTips for Care
Another reason Tor Spirea is beloved by so many is its low-maintenance nature!
Simply plant somewhere in full sun as it likes to bask in the rays for hours during the day. Well-drained soils are preferred along with medium moisture, however, Tor Spirea isn't extremely picky about its soil.
You'll want to water young shrubs regularly during the first season. Their roots are getting established in your soil. Add Nature Hills Root Booster and a 3-4 inch thick layer of arborist mulch over the entire root zone to hold in moisture more consistently.
This Spirea flowers on new wood. This means you'll want to prune in late winter to early spring, and deadhead/shear the plant immediately after its flowers fade.
Extend the curb appeal of your garden into the fall for three full seasons of interest by planting a Tor Spirea. Order one today!