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Exochorda racemosa

Also Known As

  • Pearlbush

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 10'-15'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Exochorda racemosa plant details

Exochorda racemosa is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Exochorda racemosa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: hedge, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Exochorda racemosa

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Pearlbush will cover itself in spring with pure white flowers. The buds swell up like round pearls before the flowers and this is where the plant gets it's common name. The habit is somewhat fountain like with good green foliage. Grows to about 10' tall after 12-15 years.

By: Fantastic Plants

Gardening facts about Exochorda racemosa plant

How to Grow Exochorda racemosa

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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