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Itea virginica Saturnalia

Rings of Saturn Sweetspire

Clusters of white, lightly fragrant flowers appear on graceful, arching branches. The fall brings intense autumn colours of red, orange, and gold.

  • »  Fragrant, white florets are held on narrow panicles
  • »  Dark green leaves turn brilliant red in the fall
  • »  Leaves frequently persist into the winter
  • »  Suckers frequently, producing a dense, arching shrub
  • »  Bloom Time: Summer

3gal
$44.69
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:100-125 cm
  • Spread:100-125 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
Full Shade
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Growth Rate
Medium
Attributes
Deciduous
Fall Color
Fragrant
Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
Summer
Habit
Clumping
Oval
Vase-shape
Foliage Color
Green
Landscape uses
Foundation planting
Hedge
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Itea virginica 'Saturnalia'

Itea grows best in a slightly acidic, fertile soil with adequate moisture, however, it will tolerate some adverse conditions, like full sun to full shade. Some removal of suckers may be necessary to maintain size.