Deutzia gracilis 'Nikko' is an outstanding low-growing flowering shrub.  Well suited for small spaces or used as a groundcover, its fine-textured, compact growth habit and profuse, brilliant white blossoms distinguish 'Nikko' as an elite plant for any garden. 'Nikko' will spread to 5 feet in 10 years. Its gently arching branches are covered by flowers in late April and early May. Highly effective in containers or cascading over a low wall.

Botanical Name:
Deutzia gracilis 'Nikko'

Family:
Saxifragaceae

Hardiness:
U.S.D.A. Zones 5-8

Description: Height and Width: 2 feet tall and spreading to 5 feet in 10 years.

Habit: Deciduous, low-growing flowering shrub. Gently arching branches.

Foliage: Fine-textured, light green, willow-like leaves turn a deep burgundy in autumn.

Flowers: Profuse panicles of small, pure white flowers 1/8 to 1/4 inch long in late April to early May. Effective for 1-2 weeks.

Culture: Tolerates many soil types, pH and light conditions. Flowers more profusely in full sun with abundant moisture. Benefits from light afternoon shade in areas with high temperatures.

Propagation: Roots easily by natural layering or softwood cuttings under mist, 1000 - 3000 ppm IBA, in 4-6 weeks.

Landscape Use: Excellent deciduous flowering groundcover for rock garden or perennial border. Spectacular flowering container plant. Well suited to the small garden.

Availability: Readily available from mail-order firms and retail and wholesale nurseries.