🌿 Spiraea prunifolia — Cascades of Spring Snow
Arching branches draped in double white blooms, like a late‑spring snowfall frozen in time.
Overview
Spiraea prunifolia, known as Bridal Wreath Spirea, is a graceful, deciduous shrub. Bridalwreath spirea unfurls in early spring with cascades of tiny white rosettes along elegantly arching canes. Its arching stems are lined with clusters of double blossoms before the leaves emerge, creating a romantic, airy effect in arrangements. Later, small oval leaves turn golden‑orange in autumn, offering a second season of beauty. With proper conditioning of its woody stems, blooms last 4–7 days in arrangements — enough to carry an event through its most photographed moments.
- 📅 Harvest stage: Majority of blooms open, petals fresh
- 💧 Proper conditioning: Recut under water; hydrate in clean water with preservative
- ❄️ Storage temperature: 1–3 °C
- 🍃 Ethylene sensitivity: Low
- 📦 Packaging: Bundle loosely; allow airflow
- 🛒 Purchasing hints: Look for firm stems, fresh petals
- 🚚 Transport: Cool, shaded, hydrated
- Native to North America? No
- 🐝 Pollinators Fed: Bees and Butterflies
✂️ For Floral Designers
🎉 For Event Planners
- Benefits:
- Natural movement — Arched stems create effortless line and gesture in garden‑style work
- Fine detail — Rosette blooms add delicate scale without visual heaviness
- Seasonal signature — Instantly evokes spring, elevating seasonal narratives
- Design Ideas:
- Romantic: Combine with peonies and hydrangea for bridal work
- Rustic: Pair with seasonal flowering branches
- Contemporary: Use as a single sweeping line in minimalist designs
- Benefits:
- Photogenic drama — Cascading white “clouds” translate beautifully in ceremony and reception imagery
- Light yet voluminous — Achieves large visual impact with fewer stems
- Seasonal storytelling — Signals springtime abundance for weddings, showers, and garden events
Quick Specs
- 📅 Season: Mid‑ to late spring
- 🌿 Vase Life: 5–7 days fresh
- 📏 Stem Length: 18–36″ (arching)
- 🌸 Fragrance: Light, fresh‑green
Ordering
📦 Availability: Late spring 📦 Quantities: 5 stems per bunch
Pairs Well With
Marketing Angle for Designers
🌸 Romantic Elegance
“Imagine a cascade of pure white blossoms arching gracefully, like a spring snowfall frozen in time. Bridal Wreath Spirea frames bouquets and installations with a soft, flowing line that feels timeless and ethereal. Its abundance of blooms creates a sense of celebration and romance your clients will remember long after the day has passed.”
💎 Modern‑Luxury Statement
“With its clean white clusters and sculptural, arching stems, Bridal Wreath Spirea brings a high‑end, editorial quality to spring designs. Its crisp form photographs beautifully from every angle, making it a perfect choice for clients who want a look that’s both artful and unforgettable.”
🌿 Rustic‑Garden Charm
“Fresh from the spring hedgerow, Bridal Wreath Spirea offers a natural, just‑gathered beauty. Its airy sprays of white flowers add movement and authenticity to garden‑style arrangements, while its seasonal story — blooming only for a short, magical window — gives your clients something truly special to share.”
Highlight its cascading white rosettes and graceful arching form — perfect for spring weddings where movement and romance set the tone. Blooming in a fleeting seasonal window, it delivers airy volume and photogenic drama without overwhelming delicate designs.