Species: Deutzia gracilis

(dewt'see-ah gras'i-lis)

Deutzia gracilis

Slender Deutzia

Found on Course Walks

Dogwood & Common Shrubs

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

None Listed

Cultivars

'Aurea', 'Chardonnay Pearls', 'Creme Fraiche', 'Nikko', 'Rosea', 'Variegata', 'Yuki Cherry Blossom', 'Yuki Snowflake'

Ornamental Characteristics

Size: Shrub < 4 feet

Height: 2' - 4' (3' - 4' spread)

Leaves: Deciduous

Shape: graceful, low, broad mound

Environmental Characteristics

Light: Full sun, Part shade

Hardy To Zone: 4b

Soil Ph: Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)

Moisture Tolerance: Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

leafspots, aphids, leafminer; basically problem-free

Bare Root Transplanting

Other

native to Japan; transplants easily from container in spring; prune to remove dead wood

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil

Consistently moist, well-drained soil

Occasional periods of dry soil

Prolonged periods of dry soil

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