Plants in family iteaceae
Itea virginica 'Sprich'
Itea virginica 'Sprich' is a compact, spreading plant native to the Northeastern United States, known for its narrow, rope-like flowers in spring and spectacular reddish-purple foliage in fall. This low ground cover grows 2 to 4 feet tall and wide, is resistant to pests, deer, and disease, and attracts pollinators. It is drought-tolerant once established and prefers moist, rich soil.
Itea virginica 'Merlot'
Itea virginica 'Merlot' is an American native species with white flowers in spring and early summer, emitting a sweet, woodsy scent. Its fall leaves turn wine-colored, and it adapts to many soil types, including heavy clay. This plant is ideal for erosion control and can thrive in full sun to almost full shade.
Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet'
Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet' is an ornamental shrub known for its fragrant white flower clusters that attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant's bright green foliage turns a striking red in the fall, providing year-round interest. It is an upright shrub with a rounded form that naturalizes well in gardens. 'Henry's Garnet' is hardy and thrives in a variety of conditions, making it a versatile addition to landscapes.
Itea virginica 'Shirleys Compact'
Itea virginica 'Shirleys Compact' is a dwarf selection known for its midget twisted leaves and tiny flowers. It forms an 18-inch tall clump and is ideal for miniature railroad gardens. This plant thrives in partial shade and adds a unique texture to small garden spaces.
Itea virginica
Itea virginica, commonly known as Virginia sweetspire, is a hardy, aromatic flowering shrub that attracts butterflies and birds. It grows 3-5 feet in height and width and is suitable for USDA zones 5 to 9. The plant features fragrant, pendulous bottlebrush blooms and stunning fall foliage in red and orange shades. It tolerates a range of light conditions from full sun to full shade and is both drought and wet soil tolerant.