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Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire
Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire
$44.25
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Quantity
24 in stock
Itea virginica 'Sprich'
Choose Little Henry® Virginia Sweetspire for a compact native shrub with white early-summer flowers and strong fall color. The tradeoff: it can spread by suckers, so use it where a small colony is welcome.
Buy This If
- You want a compact native shrub.
- You can allow some spreading.
- You value fall color.
Skip This If
- You need a clipped formal shape.
- Deer browse heavily in your yard.
- You need evergreen privacy.
PGNE Report Card
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The flowers and fall color give it more seasonal value than many small shrubs, but it is not a bold focal point. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a steady pace and can gradually widen by suckering. |
| Maintenance | B | Pruning is usually light, but you may need to remove suckers if you want a defined edge. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this alone, though hungry deer may sample it where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | A- | Its compact habit works well near walkways, low windows, and smaller planting beds if spreading is managed. |
| Screening Value | D | It is deciduous and low, so it should not be chosen for privacy. |
Our Experience
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for layered native plantings, rain garden edges, and smaller beds where a spreading habit helps fill space instead of becoming a nuisance.
Plant Facts
| Mature Height | 2.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 3 ft |
| Sun | full sun to shade |
| Moisture | dry to wet |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, compact, suckering |
Customers Usually Ask
Will it spread?
Yes, slowly by suckers, which is useful in drifts but not in tight formal beds.
Is it good for wet spots?
It is a smart pick for areas that stay moist at times, as long as the site is not constantly flooded.
Should I prune it?
Only lightly after flowering or to remove unwanted suckers.
Why buy for fall color
- See the actual color before you buy it
- Foliage, berries and late bloom — all three seasons of interest
- Fall planting means roots established before winter
Locally grown for New England conditions
Every plant in our Fall Sale is grown or hardened off right here in New Hampshire, so it's already acclimated to New England winters before it ever leaves our nursery.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31238
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