Deutzia gracilis (Deutzia)
Deutzia gracilis description: Producing masses of white flowers in early summer, held in erect clusters. This compact deciduous shrub has an upright bushy habit. Good for mid border location in a sheltered spot. 1.2 x 1.2m
Deutzia gracilis cultivation notes: A tough and popular garden shrub, Deutzia will grow in any reasonable garden soil, including clays, in full or part sun. When pruning reduce young growth encourage compact growth, prune to shape. For older bushes removing 1/3 of the oldest / weakest wood to ground and mulch with compost occasionally.
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Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Suitable for container growing; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
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