Spiraea media, commonly known as Russian Spiraea or Siberian Spiraea, is a deciduous perennial shrub that originates from the forest edges, grassy slopes, and rocky areas of Siberia and central Asia. It typically grows at a moderate rate to a height of 3-5.25 feet (0.9-1.6 meters) and a spread of 3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters). The shrub has a rounded form with slender branches that bear clusters of small, white, showy flowers in the summer, which are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The foliage is a medium green that turns yellow in the fall, adding seasonal interest.

Russian Spiraea is valued for its ease of maintenance and adaptability to a range of garden settings. It is often used in border plantings, as a foundation plant, or in mass plantings for a naturalized effect. This shrub thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers medium-draining soils such as clay, loam, or sandy types. It is drought-tolerant once established and requires medium amounts of water. While generally disease-resistant, Spiraea media can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew. It may also spread by suckering, which should be managed to prevent unwanted naturalization.CC BY-SA 4.0