About

This ornamental tree, reaching 3-10m, with an elegant canopy. It produces seasonal interest. 'Shirley' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Itea can be deciduous shrubs, or evergreen shrubs or small trees, with small white, cream or pale green flowers

Plant details

Suggested usesSpecimen tree, large borders

Care notes

CultivationFertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade
PruningPrune when young. Remove dead wood
PropagationSeed or grafting
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceHoney fungus possible