Itea virginica 'Longspire'

Virginia Sweetspire, Virginia Willow

Family: Grossulariaceae Gooseberry


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 5A - 9A
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Water needs Moist to wet
Landscape uses Border, foundation, massing, specimen, woodland garden
Height 4' to 5' / 1.20m to 1.60m
Spread 36" to 5' / 90cm to 1.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded, vase
Attributes and features Attracts birds, native to North America, invasive