About
Deutzia monbeigii, Monbeig's deutzia, is an arching, deciduous shrub to around 1.2 m with slender shoots, rich-green leaves that are white-felted beneath and neat, white, star-shaped flowers in clusters in early to midsummer. A refined and graceful deutzia for a sunny, well-drained border.
About the genus
Deutzia are deciduous shrubs, often with attractively flaking bark, producing simple, opposite leaves and star-shaped or cupped white or pink flowers, sometimes fragrant, in terminal or axillary clusters in late spring and early summer. Easy, reliable and floriferous shrubs for a sunny, well-drained border.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in a suitable position. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead or damaged growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed as appropriate.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free. Monitor for common garden pests.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant. Ensure good air circulation.