Fragrant white bottlebrush flowers followed by brilliant orange-red fall color on a shade-tolerant, deer-resistant native.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Jul
- USDA Zones
- 5-9
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun or Part Shade
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 3-5'
- Bloom Colors
- White
♣ Native Species✿ Pollinator Friendly❋ Fragrant❄ Winter Interest
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About This Name
Itea virginica is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Virginia Sweetspire unambiguously. The genus Itea places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Virginia Sweetspire, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Itea virginica will give you the most precise results.