Fizzy Mizzy(r) sweetspire, Itea virginica 'Fizzy Mizzy(r)', is a compact native shrub that brings a big early-summer show. You will get upright spikes of bright white, lightly fragrant flowers followed by glossy green foliage that can turn warm tones in fall. At maturity it typically stays about 24-36 inches tall, with a similar spread, so it fits easily into smaller landscapes or mixed borders.

Plant it in full sun for the strongest flowering and fall color, or use it as a reliable bloomer in part shade. It will also tolerate shade, though you should expect fewer flowers and less intense fall color there. Give it moisture the first season and any time conditions turn very dry; once established, it is adaptable but performs best in consistently moist soil.

This sweetspire is a good choice for rain-garden edges, low spots that stay damp, and along streams or ponds, yet it can also grow in average garden soil that drains well. A 2-3 inch mulch layer helps keep roots cool and soil evenly moist. If the plant is happy, it may form suckers over time; simply remove unwanted shoots to keep it contained.

For easiest care, prune only after flowering since blooms form on older wood. Use it as a compact shrub in foundation plantings, wildlife-friendly gardens, or a small grouping where you can enjoy its fragrance up close.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-9 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun   Shade
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 24-36"
• Spread: 24-36"
• Tolerant of: Deer

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