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Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet'
Sweetspire
![Itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet' Sweetspire from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-3569.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farm
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- Explosion of pure white flowers in late June
- Light fragrance
- Lush deep green foliage spring and summer
- Great red-purple foliage in the fall that may rival that of burning bush
- Compact, slightly spreading variety
![Fragrant](image/chars/char-25.png)
Fragrant
![Great Foliage](image/chars/char-26.png)
Great Foliage
![Native](image/chars/char-45.png)
Native
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Summer](image/chars/char-40.png)
Summer
![Attracts Butterflies](image/chars/char-116.png)
Attracts Butterflies
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in sun or part sun. Tolerates moist - dry soils making this a great choice for everyone!
Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 5-6 ft
Price Level 1: $39.99~#2
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Great Foliage
- Fall Color
- Native
- Fragrant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Purple
- Green
- Red
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Songbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
- Average Water