Bridal Wreath

[Brengirl]

I have this shrub in a container and this year it is a sight to behold. I have tried saving seed in the past and I have heard of layering. Any suggestions for propagation would be appreciated.

[zazen999]

Depends on the shrub as to the best way to propagate.

What is it?

[Brengirl]

I believe it is spirea

[Nicos]

Cor- that's lovely!!!

want one ...want one!!!


Spirea Propagation Methods | DoItYourself.com

Propagating a new spirea | Gardening Q & A - PennLive.com

Viburnum and Spirea Cuttings from The Home Garden: Gardening in the Home Landscape


Looks like it's faily easy!! ( last link esp!!)

Good luck!

[Brengirl]

That looks promising Nicos. It may not be the right time to do it but I'm sure it can spare me a couple of cuttings now. I will also take some hardwood in the autumn 'tis pretty in it?

Whoops! I tried to post but got a message that the post was too short. Don't look short to me does it you?

[rustylady]

Don't think it's Spirea Bren. Looks more like philadelphus (mock orange blossom) which is commonly used in bridal bouquets - it smells gorgeous. Whatever it is the best way to propogate is from cuttings.

[smallfrog]

is mock orange flowering now?? I have a variagted and its not even in bud?? Will have to have a closer look its covered in leaves as well.

The what ever it is looks lovely. My mock orange you can take runners off. If thats any help.

[Brengirl]

When I bought it many years ago I remember it was called Bridal something. The flowers are only about 1" across and the shape pendulous. I will take some soft and hardwood cuttings and report back.

[rustylady]

is mock orange flowering now?? I have a variagted and its not even in bud?

Mine has buds on, and Bren is much further south than either of us, so yes it possibly is flowering now in Dorset.

[dincur]

Hiya Bren. What you've got is an Exochorda. Grows into a loose open shrub. Flowers purest of spring white and flowers for about 7 weeks if the winds don't catch it. Have never heard of propagating from cuttings, Maybe layering. Think it's usually grafted as it is a rather week plant. But thye benefits are it'll never get to huge. Dincur