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Deutzia crenata var. nakaiana 'Nikko': Compact White-Flowered Groundcover Shrub

Deutzia 'Nikko' is a compact variety (1–3 ft. tall, 3–6 ft. wide) that performs well as a flowering groundcover. Clusters of five-petaled white flowers bloom in late spring, followed by red-purple autumn foliage. Excellent for mixed borders or rock gardens.

Culture & Care

Soil: Moderately fertile, moist; full sun.
Drought: Shows some tolerance.
Propagation: Seed in cold frame fall; softwood cuttings summer, hardwood fall.

Potential Problems

Fungal leaf spots.

Quick Reference

Height	1–3 ft.
Spread	3–6 ft.
Growth Habit	Clumping, Moderate Grower
Light	Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture	Dry to Medium
Maintenance	Low
Features	Showy Fall Foliage, Showy Flowers
Bloom Time	Late Spring, Spring
Flower Color	White
Uses	Beds, Borders, Ground Cover
Style	Rock Garden
Type	Shrub

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