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Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’

Virginia Sweet Spire 'Henry's Garnet'
Award Winner Fragrant Scent Hardiness H5

Fragrant white flower racemes hang from Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’ in summer, followed by exceptional crimson, burgundy and purple autumn foliage. This spreading shrub thrives in moist soil and can sucker gradually, making it ideal for informal borders, waterside planting and naturalistic schemes.

SKU: ITEA-3-Y

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Flowering Months
Jan J
Feb F
Mar M
Apr A
May M
Jun J
Jul J
Aug A
Sep S
Oct O
Nov N
Dec D
Size
Max Height
1.5 m — 2.5 m
Max Spread
1.0 m — 1.5 m
Growth Habit
Densely branched plant with compact, leafy, rounded overall shape.
Planting Position
Sunlight Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Part Shade
Aspect Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South East West
Exposure Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−15 to −10 °C) Cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Clay Loam
Soil Moisture Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Against Wall
Merits
  • Fragrant
  • Generally pest-free
  • RHS | Award Of Garden Merit

Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’ Description

Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’, commonly called Virginia sweetspire, is a deciduous shrub valued for both its summer flowers and rich autumn colour. Slender, arching racemes of small fragrant white flowers appear in early to midsummer and attract pollinating insects. Green leaves then turn vivid red, burgundy and purple in autumn, often holding their colour well into the season. Mature plants generally reach around 1.5 to 2 metres high and can spread gradually through suckering stems. Grow in full sun or partial shade in fertile soil that remains consistently moist, although established plants tolerate ordinary garden conditions reasonably well. It is fully hardy and well suited to damp Irish gardens. Remove unwanted suckers where a more contained shrub is required.

Planting Guide for Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’

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Care guide for Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’

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Uses for Itea virginica ‘Henry’s Garnet’ & Garden Styles it suits

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