Deutzia gracilis

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Slender deutzia

 
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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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

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:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.