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Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire

Itea virginica 'SMNIVMM' (Fizzy Mizzy®)

Category: Deciduous Shrub • Sweetspire

Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire offers fragrant blooms and vibrant fall color, perfect for borders and mass plantings.

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Mature Height: 3-4 feet

Mature Width: 3-4 feet

Bloom Color: White

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Light: Part Sun/Part Shade

Zone: Zones 5-9

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire is a compact deciduous shrub known for its fragrant white flowers and attractive foliage. It offers excellent fall color and is ideal for borders or mass plantings.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Suitable for wetland areas.

Soil Preferences

Prefers consistently moist soil with good drainage. Adaptable to various soil types and pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Watering Needs

Requires regular watering, especially during dry spells, but is tolerant of occasional wet conditions.

Pruning Notes

Light pruning after flowering can help maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Fertilizing Notes

A balanced fertilizer in early spring can promote healthy growth.

Common Issues

May face issues with leaf spot or aphids, but generally low-maintenance.

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Fragrant flowersattractive fall foliage

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat for birds.

Resistance / Tolerance

Tolerates wet conditions and is moderately drought resistant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for naturalizing and attracting pollinators. Can be used effectively in rain gardens.

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