Itea virginica, Virginia Sweetspire, is a deciduous shrub with fragrant white flower spikes in early summer and vibrant fall color.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding is sufficient.
Full sun to partial shade.
Full sun promotes best flowering and fall color.
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
Water deeply when top 2-3 cm of soil is dry.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers moist, well-drained, acidic to neutral soils. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Outdoor
Light feeding is sufficient.
Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed.
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-2 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-5 cm
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No
