Deutzia gracilis
Slender Deutzia
Description
A small deciduous shrub that grows to 3' or less, the leaves of the plant are bright green in color, 2 1/2" long, and sharp-toothed along the edges. In the spring, clusters of snowy white flowers cover the plant before the leaves. Growth is best when full sun is available.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Width Range
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
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:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.
Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.