Sweetspire

About this plant

A true garden treasure, Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet' is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its versatile charm. In late spring to early summer, it unfurls elegant, bottlebrush-like racemes of highly fragrant white flowers, creating a captivating display and attracting pollinators. Beyond its exquisite blooms, this cultivar truly shines in autumn with an unrivaled performance of brilliant, long-lasting crimson and orange foliage, providing a show-stopping display that rivals maples. Its compact, mounding habit makes it an excellent choice for a variety of landscape applications. Sweetspire 'Henry's Garnet' is remarkably adaptable and low-maintenance, thriving in a range of conditions. It's an ideal specimen for mass plantings, borders, foundation plantings, or as an anchor in a mixed perennial bed, delivering year-round interest.

Care & maintenance

Sweetspire 'Henry's Garnet' is a low-maintenance shrub. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape or remove any dead/damaged branches. Tolerant of a wide range of soils, it performs best in consistently moist, well-drained conditions. Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer if desired.