Virginia Willow
Itea virginica
Description:
Small deciduous shrub of wet acidic sites. Very ornamental with fragrant white flowers in the late spring & lovely burgundy fall color. Flowers early June to July. 3 to 6 feet tall but can reach 10 feet. Prefers medium to wet soils but can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. Prefers partial shade but can be grown in full sun once established.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Virginia Sweetspire, Tassel-white |
| Plant Family: | Grossulariaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Shrubs/Subshrub |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds |
| Bloom Time: | Early June to July |
| Fruit Timing: | Early September to October |
| Global and State Rank: | G4, S4 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | No |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Clay, Loam |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Partial shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist |