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The best of their ability to show off, in my opinion, is in the third season of October-December. Iteas are slow to drop their leaves, as a natural habit. Any plant which presents an extended change in leaf color during this season is a terrific accent, adding pop to pansies and mums. Mixed in a border with other fall foliaged shrubs, such as 'pieris', iteas can help to add a long lasting splash of color in a late season border. The "Saturanlia" cultivar introduced in 1993 is said to show more golden yellow in its' fall display.
Deep red coloration in its dormant leaves makes 'Henry' a spectacular addition to a zone with four seasons of flowers. However, please notice that there are no annuals or flowers in this autumnal photograph (from the University of Connecticut). There's a single plant surrounded by an evergreen groundcover-- pachysandra, I believe, against a light colored wall. Here itea makes a bold, yet casually elegant statement. Located near a door, this one plant would make a wonderfully fragrant entrance in spring, and a fine green background for small annuals in summer. Isn't it amazing that a picture like this can give your imagination so many ideas? Good native plant nurseries are the best sources for locating iteas for purchase. Local nurseries sell out of it quickly in Atlanta, so maybe I need to get off the computer and jump in the car. I need to find some plants! Go To Page: 1 2
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