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Sweetspire - Henry’s Garnet Virginia
Henry’s Garnet Virginia Sweetspire, itea virginica 'Henry's Garnet', has wonderfully fragrant, white flowers that bloom in June and July when few other shrubs are in flower. The bright green foliage turns a scarlet-crimson in fall with a rounded, arching shape at maturity. This is an erect, rounded, deciduous shrub which typically grows 3-4' tall. Henry's Garnet Virginia Sweetspire is a versatile shrub for sunny or shady areas of the shrub border or woodland garden, and also a good specimen or foundation plant. It naturalizes well in wild locations, and is good on the edges of streams or ponds. ... additional information
Sumac - Smooth Usually in clumps of several to many individuals in a clone, rarely more than 25 stems in one clone. Sumac will often be found within the first year following fire. Smooth sumac is a short-lived pioneer, which reproduces clonally via root suckers. Seed production is moderately abundant, and seeds are dispersed by birds. Growth is rapid. Lifespan is about 20-30 years, though clones can persist for centuries. Fruit is important as winter bird food. This is an important deer browse species. It is suited to group plantings in small to large yards. It is especially useful in attracting birds to naturalized yards. |
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