Scientific Name
Exochorda racemosa
Common Name
Common pearlbush
Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; prefers well-drained, acidic soil
Height: 10 to 15 feet
Width: 10 to 15 feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Upright, loose irregular to rounded shrub; slender branches; becomes unkept with age
Flower/Fruit: 1.5" white flowers borne on 3 to 5" raceme in early spring; flowers on previous season's growth
Foliage: Alternate, simple, medium green leaves; 1 to 3" long; serrated above the middle; no significant fall color
Comments: Heat and drought tolerant; can be severely pruned to rejuvenate; leafs out early; dependable, tough plant
Cultivars: --
   

 

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