Growing Information
USDA Zones
5–9
Sun
Part Shade
Water
medium
Height
3 ft–5 ft
🦌 Deer-Resistant🐶 Dog-Friendly†🐱 Cat-Friendly†🌿 Native🐝 Pollinators🦋 Butterflies
Fragrant white blooms cascade in late spring, creating a stunning display that transitions to vibrant red fall foliage. This deer-resistant shrub thrives in zones 3-9 and attracts pollinators while tolerating shade and wet soils.
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