This variable small shrub has arching stems that may root at the nodes and form a spreading rounded habit. It has rich green lanced-shaped toothed leaves and the small white star-shaped flowers appear in clusters during summer.

Hardiness zones 5 to 9 

Deutzia crenata is naturally found in Japan growing in woodlands in well drained organic rich moist soils. It prefers a wind protected sunny position and is drought tender but frost tolerant. 

This small Deutzia is grown for its flowers and its compact habit. It is planted in small gardens or rockeries and along low borders. It is suitable for coastal or inland regions establishing in 3 to 4 years. It is also planted in patio pots or on roof gardens and is used as a ground cover. ID 2735

Deutzia (dūt’s-ä) crenata (krē-nā’-tä)

Hydrangeaceae (hy-drain-jee-AY-see-ee)
Hydrangea and Mock Orange Family