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Every well-dressed garden needs a layer of mounding shrubs in the foreground—compact, variegated Deutzia Creme Fraiche® sports marbled, cream and green foliage that provides season-long interest. In spring, bell-shaped white blossoms appear on gracefully arching stems. Plants reach just 3’ tall making them suitable for growing in large containers. Deer resistant. A Proven Winners® variety. 'Mincream' PP 25,703
The genus Deutzia, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, contains about 60 species of woodland shrubs native to Japan, Central Asia, and East Asia. Only a few are cultivated, valued for their abundant panicles of five-petaled, star-shaped white or pink flowers that create a striking display in spring. A longtime favorite of traditional gardens, the genus now includes a new generation of hybrids bred for a more compact habit and enhanced flower color, with some selections also offering colored or variegated foliage for added interest when out of bloom. Their smaller scale and graceful form make these shrubs especially well-suited to small yards, where they integrate easily into beds, serve as low hedges, or function as ground covers. Adaptable and easy to grow, they perform well in average soil and in conditions ranging from full sun to part shade, and are generally avoided by deer.
For more information on growing Deutzia, click Growing Guide.
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HOW PLANTS ARE SHIPPED
The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.
WHEN WE SHIP
We ship our bulbs and plants at the right time for planting in your area, except as noted, with orders dispatched on a first-come, first-served basis by climate zone. We also ship a wide range of containers and planters, tools, supplies, fertilizers, garden wear, garden decor items, as well as indoor decorations like wreaths and dried bouquets when available. Estimated dates for shipping are indicated in the green Shipping Details box for each item. Please supply a street address for delivery. Kindly contact us with two weeks notice, if you'll be away at the expected time of delivery.
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We guarantee to ship plants that are in prime condition for growing. If your order is damaged or fails to meet your expectations, we will cheerfully replace or refund it. Please contact our Customer Service Department at 1-800-503-9624 or email us at [email protected]. Please include your order number or customer number when contacting us.
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Growing guide
Latin Name Pronunciation: doot'zee-uh
The genus Deutzia contains about 60 species of woodland shrubs native to Japan, Central Asia, and East Asia. Only a few are cultivated, valued for their abundant panicles of five-petaled, star-shaped white or pink flowers that create a striking display in spring. Their smaller scale and graceful form make these shrubs especially well-suited to small yards, where they integrate easily into beds, serve as low hedges, or function as ground covers. Adaptable and easy to grow, they perform well in average soil and in conditions ranging from full sun to part shade, and are generally avoided by deer.
Light: Grow in full sun for maximum flowering.
Soil: Average, well-drained garden soil.
Watering and fertilizing: Water your shrub well after planting. Unless you have more than 1″ of rainfall per week, give new plants a good soaking once a week during summer. Established plants can get by on less water, but most grow best if the soil remains evenly moist. Before watering, check the soil 1″ down to see if it is dry. Please note that more water is not better—when in doubt, don't water. We recommend against fertilizing at planting time and during the first growing season in your garden; plants need time to settle in before being pushed to grow. Most established plants grow best if fertilized with a light hand. Here at the Farm, we fertilize shrubs and trees just once, in early spring, with a light but even coverage of a balanced, granular fertilizer (such as 10-10-10 or an organic fertilizer).
Pruning: Deutzia blooms on the previous year's growth (known as "old wood"). Pruning is seldom needed, but remove any dead wood or shape the plant immediately after flowering is complete for the season.
