{"product_id":"steeplebush-potted","title":"Steeplebush (Potted)","description":"\u003cp\u003eSteeplebush's upright growth and striking pink flower spikes brings native beauty to moist landscapes. Offered as potted stock grown in root-prune pouches, this plant benefits from a production method that supports a fibrous root system. This format allows for successful transplanting throughout the growing season. It is an excellent option for gardeners looking to add immediate structure to wet sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpiraea tomentosa\u003c\/em\u003e is sometimes called hardhack and is the namesake of the Steepletop property in Austerlitz. It distinguishes itself from non-native varieties with a vertical growth habit rather than a sprawling mound. As development impacts natural wetlands, planting this shrub helps support declining populations. It specifically supports the life cycles of Columbia silkmoth and spring azure caterpillars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteeplebush is a top candidate for rain gardens, riparian buffers, and areas with consistently moist soil. It adapts well to locations receiving part shade to full sun. Expect a mature size of 2–4 feet in height and 3–5 feet in width, with a tendency to spread over time. Hardiness extends from zone 3 through zone 8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotted stock allows for flexible planting schedules when the ground is workable. The plant integrates well into established gardens or restoration sites, providing habitat and visual interest. A well-prepared site with adequate moisture will ensure this native shrub thrives for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arthur's Point Farm","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":42482310217799,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0640\/9571\/5399\/files\/Courtesy-of-Elaine-Mills-MGNV-3_31f75911-410e-490f-8150-ef775fd54fe5.jpg?v=1770190994","url":"https:\/\/arthurspointfarm.com\/products\/steeplebush-potted","provider":"Arthur's Point Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}