Deutzia x lemonei 'Compacta' (Compact Deutzia)


Botanical Information

FamilyHydrangeaceae
GenusDeutzia
Speciesx lemonei
Cultivar'Compacta'
CategoryWoody
TypeShrub (deciduous)

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4 - 8
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2 - 8
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-35 - (-7)
Temperature (°F)-30 - 20
Height2 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA compact deutzia with long-pointed, green leaves and small white flowers.
ShapeCompact habit.
LandscapeUsed in shrub borders or as an informal hedge or mass plant.
PropagationPropagate through soft nodal cuttings taken in late spring.
CultivationGrow in full sun in a moist, well-drained soil, with any necessary pruning done immediately after flowering.
PestsAphids should be watched for, but are rarely a serious concern.
Notable SpecimensThe Gardens of Fanshawe College, London, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf DescriptionGreen leaves that are long-pointed and toothed, to approximately 7 cm in length.
Flower DescriptionVery small white flowers that open wide.
Fruit DescriptionFruit is a small capsule.

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