Deutzia 'Yuki Snowflake'

Proven Winners

$36.99
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A winter wonderland in the heat of spring, 'Yuki Snowflake' is a spectacular dwarf shrub that lives up to its name. It creates a low, elegant mound of deep green foliage that becomes completely obliterated by thousands of dainty, crystal-white, bell-shaped flowers. The blossoms are so profuse they resemble a fresh dusting of snow. Its neat, tailored appearance and intense flower power make it a high-impact choice for adding a bright, clean look to any garden bed.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

12–24" HxW

Zone:

5-8

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Deciduous

Growth Rate:

Slow - Moderate

Light:

Full Sun/Part Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Yuki Snowflake Deutzia, White Slender Deutzia, Japanese Snow Flower

Scientific Name:

Deutzia x 'NCDX1'

Type:

Ornamental Dwarf Shrub / Groundcover

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 1–2 feet tall and wide.
  • Growth Habit: Low-growing, extra-dense, and mounded.
  • Form: Tidy, multi-stemmed dwarf shrub.
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate.
  • Longevity: 20+ years with minimal care.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full sun (6+ hours) to partial shade.
  • Soil Preferences: Thrives in moist, well-drained, organic-rich soils.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to clay, loamy, and slightly alkaline soils.
  • Watering: Regular watering during the first season; moderately drought-tolerant once established.

Special Features:

Award-winning Proven Winners® selection; highly deer and rabbit resistant; attracts pollinators; salt tolerant; drought tolerant.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom Information: Massive quantities of pure white, fragrant flowers in mid-to-late spring.
  • Fall Colour: Foliage turns a rich, attractive burgundy-purple in autumn.
  • Evergreen Interest: None (Dormant in winter).

Garden Value:

An elite groundcover for small spaces. Perfect for edging sunny walkways, accenting rock gardens, or spilling over the edges of decorative patio containers. Its dense habit also works beautifully for erosion control on embankments.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Provides an abundant nectar source for bees and early-season butterflies.
  • Human Value: Ideal for high-visibility "curb appeal" areas and low-maintenance "set-and-forget" landscaping.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Spring or Fall.
  • Spacing: 12–18 inches apart for a carpet-like effect.
  • Location Tips: Choose a spot with excellent drainage; its compact nature makes it very wind-resistant.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Best in full sun for the heaviest flower production.
  • Moisture Requirements: Prefers consistent, average moisture; do not allow to sit in standing water.
  • Maintenance: Very low maintenance; requires little to no pruning to maintain its shape.
  • Fertilization: Apply a controlled-release fertilizer in early spring as new growth emerges.

Tolerances:

Deer, rabbits, drought, and clay soil.

Tips For Success:

If you must prune for size, do so immediately after the spring bloom ends. Mulching helps keep the shallow root system cool during hot summer months.

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