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Genus: I

Indocalamus
bamboo
Iris
iris; blue flag; yellow flag
Itea
Virginia willow; sweetspire; tassel-white

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Catalog as of February 04, 2010

Itea

(Saxifragaceae - saxifrage family)
About 10 species of deciduous or evergreen shrubs or trees of N. America (1 species) and Asia

virginica 'Henry's Garnet' decid shr • ht 3-6' • zones 5-9

sweetspire; Virginia willow; tassel-white


native, fragrant, sun - part shade
se US

Attractive, easily grown, and underused native shrub. Brings forth masses of small, fragrant white flowers in summer. In the fall, leaves turn deep red, and remain on the plant quite late. Spreads to form a colony. Prefers good, moist soil but is quite adaptable.

cat # 4D4H
$14.95 each