Smallflower Sweet Spire (Itea Parviflora) is a perennial shrub in the Iteaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Itea parviflora is a shrub or small tree native to Taiwan, belonging to the Iteaceae family.

Smallflower Sweet Spire

Smallflower Sweet Spire

Itea Parviflora

Itea parviflora is a shrub or small tree native to Taiwan, belonging to the Iteaceae family.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, hedge, border

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Smallflower Sweet Spire

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Iteaceae
Genus:Itea