Fizzy Mizzy® Sweetspire (Itea virginica)

Fizzy Mizzy® brings a burst of beauty and fragrance to your garden with its abundant upright flower spikes. These bright white blooms, paired with a light, lovely scent, attract both people and pollinators alike. Its early summer bloom time bridges the changing seasons seamlessly, while its thick, dark green foliage stays handsome throughout the rest of the year. With its petite size, Fizzy Mizzy® fits beautifully in gardens of all sizes. Deer-resistant and able to thrive even in shaded areas, this resilient plant is also perfect for erosion control, making it both beautiful and practical. 2-3 feet tall and wide at maturity Hardy in zones 5-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success Plant in sun or shade Space plants 2-3 feet apart for best results Maintains dark green foliage spring to frost Produces upright spikes of fragrant white flowers throughout summer Blooms on old wood Great for borders, containers, edging, groundcover, landscapes, mass planting, or as a focal point Attracts bees and butterflies while resisting deer Native to North America, dwarf variety, bog plant, fall interest Please note: Our Ships Now shrubs are still waking up from dormancy! In the spring, shrubs begin to emerge from dormancy with swelling buds and potentially new growth as temperatures rise and daylight hours increase. Most dormant shrubs start leafing out in April, depending on the specific plant and local weather conditions. Care:  Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring and mid-summer. Prune after flowering if desired; remove any dead wood in spring if necessary. Shipping Info: Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125 Size at shipping varies by the season and plant Quart shrubs are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom Read our guide to get started with planning a garden