Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire
Overview: A sweetspire grown for its dense, upright white flower spires.
Mature size: Varies by cultivar, from 2–3 ft. dwarf forms up to the species' full 4–8 ft..
Sun exposure: Full sun for the best flowering and fall color; tolerates partial shade
Flowering season: Late spring to early summer
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
Water needs: Average to consistent moisture; tolerates periodic flooding and wet soil
Special features: Native Southeastern shrub with drooping, bottlebrush-like flower spires and excellent red-purple fall color that persists into winter; spreads by suckering to form a colony over time, useful for erosion control on slopes; resistant to Phytophthora root rot; blooms on old wood, so prune right after flowering
Wildlife value: Bees and butterflies
Botanical name: Itea virginica 'SMNIVMM'
Category: Shrubs & Trees