Sun Needs:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Best flowering in full sun
- Benefits from afternoon shade in hot climates
Bloom Time:
- Mid to late spring
- Masses of small, fragrant white flowers
- Blooms on old wood—prune after flowering
Size:
Height: 2 to 5 feet (1 to 2 feet for ‘Nikko’ cultivar)
Width: 2 to 5 feet
Attributes:
- Arching, slender stems with dense green foliage
- Profuse white spring blooms
- Compact, rounded form
- Deer-resistant and drought-tolerant once established
- Excellent for borders, hedges, and small gardens
- ‘Nikko’ cultivar has burgundy fall foliage
Care Tips:
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil
- Tolerates a range of soil types and pH levels
- Water regularly during establishment
- Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage blooms
- Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Pest Watch:
- Generally pest- and disease-free
- Occasionally affected by aphids, leaf miners, or leaf spot
- Protect from late spring frosts
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