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Deutzia gracilis

Slender deutzia

Plant photo of: Deutzia gracilis
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany/Chandler

 

Description

A small deciduous shrub that grows to 3' or less, the leaves of the plant are bright green in color, 2.5" long, and sharp-toothed along the edges. In the spring, clusters of snowy white flowers cover the plant before leaf growth. Looks best in full sun.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Japanese

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.

Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.