Deutzia var. nakaiana Nikko

Deutzia var. nakaiana Nikko

Why Buy Me?

• Pretty flowers
• Changing foliage colour in autumn
• Compact and easy to grow

Growing Conditions

Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade; best flowering occurs in full sun.

Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soils; adaptable to a range of soil types, including sandy or loamy soils. Tolerates slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Exposure: Performs well in sheltered to moderately exposed locations; generally hardy and wind-tolerant.

Drought Tolerance: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture, but tolerates short dry periods once established.

Cultivation & Care

Planting Time: Plant in spring or early autumn to allow roots to establish before extreme temperatures.

Spacing: Space 60–90 cm (2–3 feet) apart to accommodate its spreading, mounded habit.

Watering: Water regularly during dry spells in the first growing season; once established, occasional deep watering is sufficient.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed; excessive feeding not required.

Mulching: Apply a 5–7 cm (2–3 inch) layer of organic mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Pruning: Prune immediately after flowering to maintain a neat shape and encourage vigorous new growth. Remove older stems at the base to rejuvenate.

Propagation: Easily propagated by softwood cuttings in summer or hardwood cuttings in winter.

Seasonal Interest

Spring: Produces a profusion of small, star-shaped white flowers in late spring, covering the arching stems.

Summer: Neat, green foliage and compact habit provide texture and fill in borders or groundcover areas.

Autumn: Foliage may develop subtle reddish or bronze tones in cooler climates.

Winter: Deciduous; loses leaves in winter but maintains a tidy, low-growing structure.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Wildlife: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies during the flowering season.

Garden Use: Excellent as a groundcover or front-of-border shrub in mixed plantings. Suitable for rock gardens, cottage gardens, low hedges, or woodland edges. Very effective in small spaces or foundation plantings due to its compact size.

Companion Plants: Pairs well with geraniums, hostas, astilbes, spiraea, and dwarf conifers for varied texture and seasonal interest.

Transform your home and garden with Deutzia var. nakaiana Nikko —a must-have for any season. Order online now for quick and easy shopping, or drop by your local Thompson's Branch to explore it up close and get personalised recommendations.