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Shrubs · MCH exam plant
Virginia Sweetspire
Itea virginica
IT-ee-a vir-JIN-ih-ka
Native to New England
Shrub
Key ID features
Fragrant white drooping racemes, brilliant red-purple fall, arching, native
| Botanical name | Itea virginica |
|---|---|
| Family | Iteaceae |
| Genus | Itea |
| Category | Shrubs |
| USDA hardiness zones | 5a–9a |
| Sun | Part Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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