Grows up to 2-3ft tall and 3-4 ft wide
Full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates light shade as well as a wide range of soil conditions. 
Perfect choice for borders, foundation plantings, cottage gardens, banks and slopes
Attracts butterflies but is ignored by deer
Virtually pest and disease free
Flowers on new wood, so prune in late winter to early spring if needed. If overgrown, can be renovated by cutting back hard immediately after flowering.
Propagate by softwood cuttings int he summer or by division in autumn or spring
Spirea japonica species is native to Japan. It can be an aggressive self-seeder and spread in the garden by suckering.