- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 2 - 3 Feet
- Mature Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 7
- Use As A Thriller In Containers
With delicate, fern-like leaves that emerge peachy in the spring then mature to Matcha-tea green, the Matcha Ball Ash Leaf Spirea (Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Matcha Ball’) is a beautiful, round, and petite shrub that fits perfectly into any sunny garden. The Matcha Ball has soft, deciduous leaves that display exciting fall colors in yellows and oranges; with bare red stems in the winter, this beauty has year-round interest. This tropical-looking variety is grown more for its leaves than blooms. The Matcha Ball is fast growing, reaching 2-3 feet wide and 4 feet tall.
The Matcha Ball Ash Leaf Spirea requires minimal maintenance, needing only occasional shaping and pruning in the late winter or early spring before leaves emerge. This shrub will grow best in full to part sun and isn’t particular about the kind of soil it is planted in as long as it is well draining. The Matcha Ball prefers regular watering, though can tolerate periods of drought once established. With leaves that fill out to the ground, the Matcha Ball Ash Leaf Spirea does well as a low-growing hedge, in mass plantings, or even in containers paired with annuals or as a standalone plant.
Matcha Ball Ash Leaf Spirea Care
Choose a spot that receives full to part sun for best results. To plant the Matcha Ball, dig a hole that is the same depth and at least twice the width of the root ball. Water this shrub regularly in its first year, only allowing the top few inches to dry before watering deeply. Do not allow the soil to dry out completely, even after this shrub is established. When using Matcha Ball in containers, it may need more frequent watering to prevent the roots from drying out and the leaves from getting crispy.
Matcha Ball is a compact shrub that may need occasional shaping and pruning as it grows. In the late winter, once the threat of extreme cold has passed, shape this shrub by removing no more than 30% of the branches. The pruning will help keep this false spirea within the desired space as it has the potential to spread. Though Matcha Ball can be planted in containers, it is not likely to survive through the winter in a pot and should be moved into a protected garage or enclosure.
Matcha Ball Ash Leaf Spirea Spacing
With a final width of about 3-4 feet, give the Matcha Ball plenty of room to grow and spread if desired. To plant a hedge, place each shrub 2-3 feet apart, and they will quickly grow together. These plants can be kept in large containers with other plants and are also full enough to grow alone.
Matcha Ball® Ash Leaf Spirea Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 7 |
| Plant Type: Bushes |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Spacing: 3 - 4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): White, Yellow |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Yellow |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, 3 Season Interest |
| Watering: Low |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: Drought, Salt |
| Attracts: Bees |
| Container Role: Thriller |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Foliage Interest |
| Brand: First Editions |
| Common Name: Matcha Ball® Ash Leaf Spirea |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Matcha Ball® |
- SKU:
- 1231011464-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
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Summer
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Fall into Winter
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Winter
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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
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