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Itea Little Henry Sweetspire Shrub

Itea Little Henry Sweetspire Shrub

Regular price $22.95 USD
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Category Details
Plant Type Deciduous
Light Requirement Full Sun, Partial, Full Shade
Soil Condition Well Drained, Moist, Wet
Bloom Season Spring, Summer
Bloom Color White
Mature Height 2 - 3ft
Growth Rate Medium-growing
Planting Zone 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

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Plant Size: Itea Little Henry Sweetspire - Quart - 1 Plant

SKU: ITE LIT HEN-1

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Description

Pre-Order Now: Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire Shrub – Ships Late April 2025!

Product Overview: Few plants bring as much excitement to the landscape as the Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire Shrub (Itea virginica). With its low-growing, mounding shape and mass of white fragrant flowers draping beautifully in late spring, this shrub adds a touch of elegance to any garden. Drought-tolerant once established, it prefers moist, wet soil areas and is native to swamps and bogs.

Key Features:

  • Botanical Name: Itea virginica 'Sprich' USPP 10,988

  • Common Name: Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire

  • Bloom Time: Late spring

  • Seasonal Interest: Brilliant red-purple fall color lasting into winter

Ideal Uses for Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire:

  • Group Plantings: Striking when planted in groups or masses.

  • Landscaping: Ideal for banks, flower beds, or garden borders.

  • Versatility: Thrives in full sun to full shade; perfect for small yards.

  • Natural Settings: Native plant suitable for swamps and bogs.

Planting & Care Instructions:

  • Sunlight: Full sun to full shade.

  • Soil Requirements: Prefers moist, wet soil.

  • Pruning: Prune in summer after flowering.

  • Growth: Mounded compact shape reaching up to 3-4 feet tall.

Benefits of Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire:

  • Multi-Seasonal Appeal: Fragrant white blooms and brilliant fall color.

  • Attracts Pollinators: Attracts butterflies with its fragrant flowers.

  • Deer Resistant: A hardy, deer-resistant shrub.

  • Proven Winner: A proven winner flowering shrub.

Pre-Order Your Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire Today! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to enhance your garden with Little Henry® Itea Sweetspire. Its versatility, stunning blooms, and vibrant fall color make it a standout addition to any landscape. Pre-order now until March 30th, 2025, and be ready for shipping starting late April 2025. Secure your plants today and elevate your garden’s charm!

Shipping Information:

  • Pre-Order Period: Now until March 30th, 2025.

  • Shipping Starts: Late April 2025.

  • Available Size: Ships as a one-quart size plant.

Details

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<th>Category</th>
<th>Details</th>
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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Deciduous</td>
</tr>
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<td>Light Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun, Partial, Full Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Soil Condition</td>
<td>Well Drained, Moist, Wet</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bloom Season</td>
<td>Spring, Summer</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Bloom Color</td>
<td>White</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mature Height</td>
<td>2 - 3ft</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Growth Rate</td>
<td>Medium-growing</td>
</tr>
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<td>Planting Zone</td>
<td>5, 6, 7, 8, 9</td>
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<p><strong>Now Booking for Spring</strong></p>

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