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    • Photo of Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact' foliage by Karl Gercens III

    Photo by Karl Gercens III

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    Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact'

    Also Known As

    • Shirley's Midget Sweetspire

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 12"-18"
    • W: 24"-36"

    planting zones

    • 6a-8b

    Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact' plant details

    Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: iteaceae
    Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
    Flowers: cream blooms in spring
    Uses: compact, container plant, dwarf, miniature, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact'

    USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This dwarf 12”x12” itea is an unusual plant from Biltmore House, NC. Don't know much about the plant, but probably a fun, small plant.

    By: Gossler Farms

    Gardening facts about Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact' plant

    How to Grow Itea virginica 'Shirley's Compact'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
      • semi-evergreen

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