This spirea tends to bloom in mid to late summer non-stop till frost. There are too many other species of spirea with great merit to list here. For the most part, all Spireas are deer resistant and are very reliable plants. After I have designed the main concept of the landscape with woody ornamentals, I like to incorporate small herbaceous plants that add a delicate richness in the garden. There are many species of ferns both native and exotic that are deer resistant.
Most ferns like to be grown in at least a half shady location in a good loamy soil.
One problem with ferns is that they lack winter interest. It is a good idea to plant a woody plant nearby to take over during the winter months. Ornamental grasses can offer a special textural element which persevere through four seasons. They are also one of the most economical plants I use. Miscanthus and Calamagrostis are two common grasses available at most nurseries and are very reliable.