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Virginia willow (Itea virginica) For definitions of botanical terms, visit en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glossary_of_botanical_terms. Virginia willow is an erect to spreading shrub with showy spikes of tiny white flowers that bloom in late winter through early summer. It occurs naturally in floodplain swamps, seepage slopes, stream and lake edges, and calcareous and mesic hammocks. The plant provides food and cover for wildlife. The inflorescence is a dense terminal spike-like raceme that droops downward. Individual flowers are star- shaped, with five white to pinkish petals and a five-lobed, cup-shaped calyx. Stamens are creamy white with pale pinkish anthers. Ovary and pistil are Photo by Keith Bradley prominent. The dark green, leathery leaves are elliptic to obovate with finely toothed margins and pointed tips. They are petiolate and alternately arranged. In the fall, leaf color changes to orange, red, burgundy or purple. Branches are slender and arching. Seeds are born in inconspicuous brown capsules. Despite its common name, Virginia willow is not a true willow, which are members of the Salix genus in the Salicaceae family. It is also known as Sweetspire and Tassel-white. Family: Iteaceae (Sweetspire family) Native range: Nearly throughout, less in southernmost counties To see where natural populations of Virginia willow have been vouchered, visit www.florida.plantatlas.usf.edu. Hardiness: Zones 8–10 Lifespan: Perennial Soil: Moist to wet, poor to well-drained, acidic sandy, loamy or clay soils Exposure: Mostly shade, but can sometimes tolerate full sun Growth habit: 6–10’ tall with spread of up to 6’ Propagation: Cuttings, seed Garden tips: Virginia willow is best suited for naturalistic or restoration landscapes and in plantings along retention pond edges, streams and other riparian zones where its suckering habit may assist with soil stabilization. The plant can provide year-round interest due to its attractive flowers, long bloom period and fall color. It is not drought tolerant, but it does adapt to dryer habitats. Occasional pruning (after flowering) and removal of unwanted suckers may be necessary. Virginia willow is available from nurseries that specialize in Florida native plants. Visit www. PlantRealFlorida.org to find a nursery in your area. Florida Wildflower Foundation • 225 S. Swoope Ave., Suite 110, Maitland, FL 32751 • 407-622-1606 • www.FlaWildflowers.org.

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