How long to reach full growth?
This would depend on the size plant that you start with and the variety you choose to grow.
They can range in size from 2 to 10 feet tall and wide.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
What exactly is the difference between a spirea bush and shrub - if any? Is there a difference in pruning?
There really is no difference.
I will say though that often times a garden center or nursery will reference a bush as smaller with leaves that touch the ground. A shrub may be a bit taller specimen.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
I have 4 spireaea shrubs which bloom in the late spring and want to move them to make an accent around my fence. The ground is mostly clay. Do I need to do anything to the soil and what if any fertilizer do I need?
Whenever possible transplant your Spirea in the late winer or early spring before the new growth begins.
If they need to be moved after they have begin growing, you can prune back the plant by 1/3 to help with transplant shock.
Water the plant well in the 48 hours before digging and moving and make sure you provide plenty of water to the shrubs after moving.
Place them in the new planting hole at the same depth.
Spirea will tolerare clay soil conditions.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
I live in Canada, in South Western Ontario. I am having problem with a Rabbit eating my Spirea shrub, especially in winter. I bought covers for them that are fastened into the ground which freeze and do not move once winter comes. Then when I removed them to get the warmer sunlight, the rabbit came back and has actually killed one of my shrubs. Do you know of anything I can put around my shrubs to deter the rabbits? I prefer a "natural" deterent if you know of one. I still have 3 left but they are not getting larger due to this crazy rabbit. I appreciate any solution that you might have. Thank you.
I understand this frustration very well!
These articles may help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/camouflage-gardening.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/keep-rabbits-out-of-gardens.htm
How long do the blooms stay on the spring Spirea and the summer Spirea?
Summer Spirea typically blooms from late June until the end of summer. Depending on the variety, spring Spireas can bloom from early to late spring or for a shorter period.
Do they lose their leaves in the winter
Yes, a Spirea will lose it's leaves each fall.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/spirea/growing-spirea-shrubs.htm
Please could someone explain what is wrong with this Spirea and how to remedy it