 | Virginia Sweetspire (Itea virginica). Hardy, deciduous, North American shrub Description: Dense, arching, 6-inch spikes of fragrant, creamy white flowers in summer; beautiful mahogany to bright red-orange and purple fall color Habit: Grows 4 feet tall and 5 feet wide; spreading Culture: Prefers full sun to partial shade and fertile, moist but well-drained garden loam Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5 Origin: North America Attributes: Fall color, rain garden Jefferson documented This... - Virginia Sweetspire (Itea virginica). |
