Itea ilicifolia - 10-15 CM C1.5

Description
The Holly-leaved sweet spire (Itea ilicifolia) is an upright garden plant that produces creamy white flowers arranged in clusters with a pleasant fragrance. They appear from June to September. The Holly-leaved sweet spire also has egg-shaped, dark green, glossy leaves. In a sunny, wind-protected location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 4 metres and is around 2.5 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Holly-leaved sweet spire are dark green, glossy, ovate.

Spread
China to East Asia.

Frost hardiness
The Holly-leaved sweet spire has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Holly-leaved sweet spire is upright in habit.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The creamy white flowers of Holly-leaved sweet spire appear in clusters from June to September. They are pleasantly scented.

Use
Privacy screen, solitary