Itea virginica 'Theodore Klein' (Virginia Sweetspire)

Itea virginica 'Theodore Klein', commonly known as Virginia Sweetspire, is a deciduous shrub that is native to the southeastern United States. It features showy, fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer, attracting butterflies and bees. The flowers give way to small red fruits in the fall. The foliage of this plant turns vibrant shades of red, orange, and purple in the autumn, adding to its appeal. It grows best in moist, acidic soil and is suitable for planting in gardens, borders, or as a mass planting.