Overview
Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha is a bushy shrubs in the genus Deutzia, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, low maintenance, banks and slopes and flower borders and beds.
About
Deutzia crenata is a species of flowering shrub in the hydrangea family (Hydrangeaceae). It is native to Japan, where it is called unohana, and where it is common and found throughout the country.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Deutzia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Low Maintenance, Banks and slopes, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha
- Propagation
- Seed, softwood cuttings in summer; semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn; hardwood cuttings in late autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha?
Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha need?
Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha hardy in the UK?
Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Deutzia crenata var. heterotricha?
Seed, softwood cuttings in summer; semi-ripe cuttings in early autumn; hardwood cuttings in late autumn.
More in the Deutzia genus
- Deutzia Pink-a-boo ('Monzia')
- Deutzia crenatatoothed-leaved deutzia
- Deutzia gracilis 'Marmorata' (v)
- Deutzia gracilis 'Nana'
- Deutzia purpurascens 'Alpine Magician'
- Deutzia setchuenensis
- Deutzia setchuenensis var. corymbiflora 'Kiftsgate'
- Deutzia aff. purpurascens