About
Deutzia scabra is a moderate to large, deciduous shrub growing to 2�3 m with simple, opposite, lance-shaped, apple-green, serrated leaves and flat-topped heads of single, white, star-shaped flowers in spring. A reliable and vigorous flowering shrub for a sunny 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.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitColumnar upright, Spreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in reasonably fertile soil in full sun or partial shade; will not thrive in dry soil
PruningSee pruning group 2, after flowering
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in summer or hardwood cuttings in autumn
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus