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Itea virginica 'Sprich' (Little Henry)

Family Iteaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH neutral

Description The deciduous shrub Itea virginica 'Sprich' (Little Henry) (Virginia sweetspire) bears showy, pale green and fragrant blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. This plant is a thicket in form and has showy, glossy and medium textured foliage that is greyish green in colour. The bark is showy and smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Border, edging, hedge and foundation.
Special Characteristics This deciduous shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Itea virginica 'Sprich' (Little Henry) offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.