Neillia affinis

RHS Plant Profile
spiraea-like neillia
Shrubs

An upright, deciduous shrub to 2m tall, with arching, angular, red-brown branches and sharply toothed, lobed leaves that taper to a long point; the foliage takes on red tints in autumn. From late spring to early summer it produces short spikes of 10-15, small, bell-shaped pink flowers

Position

Full sun, Partial shade

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1.5-2.5 metres

Max Spread

1-1.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
1-1.5 metres
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H6

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Rosaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus
Neillia are deciduous shrubs and subshrubs with lobed leaves carried on graceful, arching branches. Profuse sprays of small flowers appear in late spring and early summer
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
China

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by greenwood cuttings in summer. Remove suckers in autumn

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Architectural
  • Low Maintenance

Pruning

See pruning group 2

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free