Little Henry® Dwarf Virginia Sweetspire
Itea virginica 'Sprich'
Pronunciation: eye-TEE-uh vir-JIN-ih-kuh
SKU #04649
| Description | This compact Sweetspire starts out the summer with a beautiful display of fragrant white flowers that blanket the shrub. As summer progresses shiny, disease-free foliage appears until fall when the foliage turns a stunning garnet-red. Full sun exposure will produce more vibrant fall color. Perfectly suited for covering large banks, beds and borders. |
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| Light | Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist, but not soggy. |
| Blooms | Late Spring to Early Summer |
| Mature Size | Reaches 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Care | Prefers rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; tolerates a wide range of soil conditions including drought and bog when established. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed before new growth begins in spring. Promptly remove root suckers to prevent any unwanted spread. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5
Good to grow!
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Your plant(s) are estimated to ship to Illinois on or around April 8th, 2023, depending on weather and garden center orders. Because all plants respond to weather and other conditions while growing, we can not guarantee a ship date. We will only deliver plants once they meet our rigorous quality and size standards, and only when the garden center schedules a delivery. Thank you for your patience.
From $70.00
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This plant may be available in these stores:
Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
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Lowe's 1904 North Prospect Avenue
Champaign, IL 61822-1202 -
Danville Gardens 1307 Cleary Ave.
Danville, IL 61832 -
Lowe's 3636 N. Vermillion
Danville, IL 61832-1129