Growing & Maintenance:
In spring, apply balanced fertilizer according to package directions. Check soil weekly for moisture. Water thoroughly when dry. After flowering is complete, prune to shape. No winter protection is necessary.
Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire
Itea virginica 'Little Henry' (PP10988)
Plant Type: Flowering Shrubs
Large, lightly fragrant, pure white flowers spires bloom in early to midsummer. A low mounded, compact growth habit, with flowers spires appearing like shooting fireworks. Green summer foliage, brilliant red fall color.
Height:
3-4 ft
Spread:
3-4 ft
Spacing:
3-4 ft
Hardiness Zone:
5-9
Characteristics & Attributes for Itea virginica
'Little Henry'
Sunlight Requirements
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Full Sun/Partial Shade (4-6 hours direct sunlight) |
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Season of Interest (Foliage)
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Features
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Habit
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Foliage Color
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Landscape Function
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Mass Planting |
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Border or Bed |
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Container |
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Soil Preferences
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Moist, Well-Drained |
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Almost Any |
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