Overview
Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' is a bushy shrub in the genus Deutzia, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, hedging and ornamental.
About
Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' is a cultivar of the Deutzia genus, a group of about 60 flowering shrubs in the Hydrangeaceae family. This shrub thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with well-drained, moist soil. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders, hedging, and ornamental planting. Regular watering during dry spells is beneficial, and pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages new growth.
About the genus
Deutzia is a genus of about 60 species of flowering plants in the family Hydrangeaceae, native to eastern and central Asia, and Central America and also Europe. By far the highest species diversity is in China, where 50 species occur.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Deutzia
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, hedging, ornamental
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and a sheltered position. Water regularly during dry periods.
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
- Propagation
- softwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge'?
Prefers well-drained soil and a sheltered position. Water regularly during dry periods.
Where is the best place to plant Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge'?
Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' need?
Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge'?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
Is Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' hardy in the UK?
Deutzia 'Tourbillon Rouge' 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 'Tourbillon Rouge'?
Softwood cuttings.
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