Deutzia scabra

fuzzy deutzia

Family	Hydrangeaceae
Plant Type	deciduous shrub
Zone	USDA: 5a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	1.8 - 3 m (6 - 10 ft)
Spread	1.2 - 2.4 m (4 - 8 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The deciduous shrub Deutzia scabra (fuzzy deutzia) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. This plant is arching in form and has matte and medium textured foliage that is olive in colour. The bark is showy, multi-coloured and exfoliating in texture. Showy fruit are produced by Deutzia scabra (fuzzy deutzia).
Typical Uses	Alpine or rock garden, border and hedge.