First Editions? Matcha Ball? False Spirea – Forms a perfect round ball of delicate foliage in a fresh shade of green (the green color reminiscent of Matcha tea). Foliage first emerges with a hint of color in the leaves and petioles that ranges from red to an orange-peach in color, ultimately maturing to green. Rarely blooms, which helps maintain the form throughout the growing season. Fall color is yellow. Botanical Name- Sorbaria sorbifolia ‘Levgreen’ Pronunciation- sor-BAH-ree-uh sor-bih-FOH-lee-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 3 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained, organic soil Current Size- 2 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Summer Companion Plants- Carex morrowii ‘Ice Dance’ – woodland interest, bright variegation Fauna Attracted- Bees, hoverflies (spread can be aggressive) Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C10 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune suckers to control spread; water regularly and fertilize if growth is slow. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and remove suckers. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil to prevent waterlogging around spreading roots. Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
