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    Native Shrub·Native Plants & Shrubs

    Fizzy Mizzy Sweetspire

    Itea virginica 'SMNIVDFS'

    SC NativeLow Maintenance

    🌱 Growing Conditions

    Sun RequirementsFull Sun to Part Shade
    Water NeedsModerate to High
    Soil PreferencesMoist to wet tolerant; adaptable
    Mature Size3-4' x 3-4'

    🍂 Seasonal Interest

    Bloom Time & ColorJune; upright fragrant white flower spikes
    Fall ColorRed to garnet (excellent)
    Wildlife ValuePollinators, cover

    🏡 Landscape Notes

    Landscape UseRain gardens, mass planting, foundation, pollinator gardens

    Special Features

    Native species cultivar; upright flower spikes (unlike typical drooping racemes); compact rounded habit; outstanding fall color; tolerates wet sites; Proven Winners selection

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