Sorbaria A genus of 5 species of pinnate leaved shrubs native to Asia that are distant relatives of the Rose. They are very attractive in flower but are also grown for their attractive ferny foliage that is stunning planted next to a sheltered lake or pond. The small white flowers borne in large panicles at the stem tips are followed by masses of small brown seed capsules that persist into winter. The flowers attract butterflies. They prefer full sun to partial shade on moist, fertile soil…
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