{"title":"Shrub Sweetspire","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"87\" data-end=\"102\"\u003eGenus: Itea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"116\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iteaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"125\" data-end=\"128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"145\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweetspire\u003cbr data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"176\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern Asia and eastern North America, particularly China and the southeastern United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"290\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eItea is a small genus of deciduous or evergreen shrubs known for their graceful, arching branches and fragrant, bottlebrush-like flower clusters. In North America, \u003cem data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eItea virginica\u003c\/em\u003e is the most commonly cultivated species, appreciated for its spires of white flowers that bloom in early summer and its brilliant red to burgundy autumn foliage. Leaves are simple, alternately arranged, and often remain attractive throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eThrives in full sun to partial shade; more sun encourages vibrant fall colour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"929\"\u003ePrefers moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soils but tolerates wet or boggy conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003eDrought-tolerant once established but benefits from regular watering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1075\"\u003ePrune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eExcellent for rain gardens, woodland edges, or mass plantings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003eItea virginica\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Henry’s Garnet’ is a popular cultivar known for its exceptional fall colour and long-lasting blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1294\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eThe genus name \u003cem data-start=\"1309\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eItea\u003c\/em\u003e is Greek for “willow,” likely referencing the long, slender flower spikes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eHighly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1458\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eAdaptable to a variety of garden conditions, making it a reliable performer in both naturalistic and formal landscapes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eThough not widely known, \u003cem data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eItea\u003c\/em\u003e offers multi-season interest with minimal maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/itea-shrub.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}