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slender deutzia

Deutzia gracilis 'Duncan' CHARDONNAY PEARLS

Overview

The Slender Deutzia's delightful variegated foliage is simply extraordinary. Whether in partial shade or full sun, 'Duncan' CHARDONNAY PEARLS presents its eye-catching heart-shaped leaves, interspersed with creamy white splashes along the outer leaves. In late spring, the plant bursts into an array of frothy, double white flowers providing a timeless beauty to any garden. This easy to grow, low-maintenance shrub lends itself to a variety of conditions and flowers best in full sun. Best of all, it prefers slightly dry soils and appreciates good drainage. In other words, the Slender Deutzia is an invaluable addition to any landscape.

Care Guide

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Watering

Slender Deutzia (Deutzia gracilis 'Duncan' CHARDONNAY PEARLS) require regular watering in order to maintain healthy growth. Water thoroughly once a week during the warm summer months, making sure that the soil is evenly moist throughout the root zone but not soggy. During the winter, water once every 2 to 3 weeks as the plant becomes dormant. Be sure not to overwater, as this can cause root rot and other issues. Check the soil moisture levels regularly with a moisture meter or your finger to ensure that you are providing the proper amount of water.

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Light

Slender deutzia (Deutzia gracilis 'Duncan' CHARDONNAY PEARLS) prefers full sun, producing the best blooms when they are exposed to a minimum of 4 hours of direct sunshine per day and ideally 6 to 8 hours. Planting it in an area with some afternoon shade can be beneficial during very hot summer days. Slender deutzia will still do well in partial shade, but it won't produce as many flowers.

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Soil

Humus rich, Well-drained

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 5–8.

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Pruning

Slender deutzia is an easy-to-grow, low-maintenance shrub that blooms in early summer. Pruning this plant is important to encourage healthy growth, as it helps shape the shrub and remove dead and diseased branches. The best time for pruning slender deutzia is in late winter to early spring, just before new growth begins. For the most part, prune low-growing branches, leaving room for the shrub to grow. Be sure to cut away any branches that are diseased or crossing over 1 another. Remove any spent flower blooms to promote healthier growth. Lightly prune slender deutzia throughout the summer months to shape the shrub and keep it healthy. Use pruning shears to cut back up to 1-third of the branches as needed. It is important to note that any pruning done to the shrub during the summer months will limit or stop flowering. To ensure that the shrub keeps its shape, prune it once the blooms have fallen. This will help ensure that future blooms stay healthy and are able to stay in place and on the shrub. By pruning your slender deutzia shrub in late winter and lightly throughout the summer, you can encourage strong growth and beautiful blooms each season.

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Propagation

Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Division, Seed Propagation

Diseases & Pests

Common pests: Aphids, adelgids, Fungal leaf spot, Leaf miner insect, Pest resistant, Disease resistant .

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