Spirea

Why are my spirea bushes growing up but not out? Thinking maybe they were not cut correctly

1 Comment (Open | Close)

1 Comment To "Spirea"

#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 05/25/2025 @ 3:24 pm

Unfortunately, Your photo didn't come through. If your spirea is growing up but not out, it's likely due to pruning issues—either cutting only the tops or pruning at the wrong time. To fix it, do a hard cutback in early spring to encourage bushier growth, or thin out older stems to open the plant up. A fall pruning that is more aggressive can further help shape it. Spirea loves sunlight and responds well to rejuvenation, so with proper timing and technique, it'll bounce back fuller and more balanced.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/pruning-spirea-shrubs.htm ^[1]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm ^[2]

Article printed from Gardening Know How Questions & Answers: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com

URL to article: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com/spirea-5/

URLs in this post:

[1] https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/pruning-spirea-shrubs.htm: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/pruning-spirea-shrubs.htm

[2] https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm

Have any questions about this topic? Visit us at https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com to ask your questions and get friendly answers from gardening experts.

You can also find us at:
'Like' us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardeningknowhow
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gardenknowhow - @gardenknowhow
Follow us on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/gardenknowhow/