Uses: Little Henry® Sweetspire, from Proven Winners®, is a charming, compact shrub with gracefully arching branches adorned with fragrant white flowers. Ideal for mass plantings, borders, or as a focal point in the landscape.
Benefits: This versatile shrub offers multi-season interest with its showy blooms in early summer, followed by striking fall foliage. It's easy to care for, deer resistant, and thrives in a variety of conditions.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Sun: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Mature Width: 2-3 feet
Award: Missouri Botanical Garden (MOBOT) Tried and Trouble-free
Bloom Season: Early summer.
Summary
Introducing Little Henry® Sweetspire from Proven Winners®, a delightful, low-maintenance shrub known for its compact form and abundant, fragrant white flowers. This plant adds elegance to any garden space with its summer blooms and vibrant fall colors.
Perfect for gardeners seeking an easy-care plant with lasting appeal, Little Henry® Sweetspire fits beautifully into small garden spaces or as part of larger landscape designs. Its adaptability to a range of light conditions and soil types makes it a versatile choice for many gardeners.
Care
Little Henry® Sweetspire Care
For best performance, plant in full sun to partial shade. Little Henry® thrives with some sunlight but can also perform well in shadier spots.
Fertilize in early spring with our slow release fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Pruning is rarely needed but can be done after flowering to maintain shape and promote vigor.
Little Henry® is adaptable to most soil types, preferring moist, well-draining soil. It’s drought tolerant once established, making it a resilient choice for various garden settings.
Size
Size of Little Henry® Sweetspire for Sale Online
Our Little Henry® Sweetspire is available in a quality grow pot, ensuring a healthy start for the plant. For further details, please contact us.
Size of Little Henry® Sweetspire When Mature
Expect Little Henry® Sweetspire to reach a mature size of 2-3 feet in height and width, making it an ideal, manageable shrub for many garden designs.
Additional Information
What is the botanical name of Little Henry® Sweetspire?
Its botanical name is Itea virginica 'Sprich' PP#10,988.
