Deciduous Shrub – Raspberry Sundae Deutzia

Raspberry Sundae Deutzia 

Botanical name: deutzia x raspberry sundae 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 3-4 ft in height and in spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-8 

Growth rate: grows 6-12 inches per year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: pink, white 

Bloom time:  spring, summer 

Pruning instructions: prune when blooms have faded for the season to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: hedge, foundation planting, border

Special features: drought tolerant, attracts pollinators, deer resistant, cold-hardy

Light needs: 4 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-3 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring, as the plant is coming out of dormancy 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: adaptable to most soil conditions

Companion plants: spirea, weigela, hostas 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no