| Itea virginica Little Henry® |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Little Henry® Sweetspire is compact spreading version of this native shrub which features extremely long and narrow panicles of white flowers in early summer, consistently reddish-purple fall color.
Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire has racemes of fragrant white flowers at the ends of the branches in early summer. It has green foliage throughout the season. The narrow leaves turn an outstanding burgundy in the fall. The fruit is not ornamentally significant. The purple stems can be quite attractive.
Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- General Garden Use
- Naturalizing And Woodland Gardens
Fragrant Flower
Fall Interest
Drought Tolerant
Attracts butterflies
Small or Miniature
Common Name: Sweetspire, Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire
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| More About Little Henry® Sweetspire |
| Height: 24-36 inches |
Spread: 36-44 inches |
Flower Colour: White Shades |
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Great for grouping and for massing on large banks, in beds, and perennial and shrub borders. This is a good plant for woodland gardens or at the front of the mixed border. Its small size makes it perfect for smaller borders and beds. Thrives in moist, wet areas, but once established, can tolerate dry conditions. Not fussy about soil pH. Will grow in shade, but flowering and fall color improves when the plant gets at least some sun each day. May be pruned after blooming if required. In colder areas, sweetspire may experience a bit of weather damage coming out of winter, so prune any dead wood out after new growth has begun. If desired, fertilize in spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, like a rose fertilizer. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
