Itea virginica
Sweetspire
Escalloniaceae
Deciduous, Shrubs
ITEAOnly a few of the ten or so species are seen in gardens. One feature these shrubs have in common is small, scented flowers in long, narrow, tightly packed clusters. Little pruning required.
Itea virginicaNative to the eastern United States. Grows 3 to 15 ft. tall, spreading by suckers to form large patches where well adapted. Narrow, oval, 4-in.-long, dark green leaves turn purplish or bright red in fall, hang on the plant for a long time, possibly all winter. Fragrant, creamy white summer flowers in erect clusters to 6 in. long.
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