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Virginia Sweetspire

Itea virginica, Iteaceae

Zones
5–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (acceptable)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Wax MyrtleMorella cerifera
Nitrogen FixationWind Protection
Swamp RoseRosa palustris
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Japanese SpireaSpiraea japonica
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Sweet PepperbushClethra alnifolia

Both shrubs prefer similar moist, acidic conditions and compete for growing space

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Virginia Sweetspire grow in?

Virginia Sweetspire grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Virginia Sweetspire?

Good companions for Virginia Sweetspire include Wax Myrtle, Swamp Rose, Japanese Spirea.

Design guilds with Virginia Sweetspire and see companion relationships visually.

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