Deutzia crenata
Japanese Deutzia
Description
A small deciduous shrub that grows to 3' or less, the leaves of the plant are bright green in color, 2 1/2" long, and sharp-toothed along the edges. In the spring, clusters of snowy white flowers cover the plant before the leaves. Growth is best when full sun is available.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Foundation
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants with similar water needs together so that some plants aren't over watered to meet the needs of their more thirsty neighbors.
Never include shrub and lawn areas in the same sprinkler zone.