The Deutzia bush is an elegant addition to any garden. With delicate star-shaped blooms, it brings charm and simplicity to your outdoor space, requiring minimal maintenance.
Planting Calendar
Deutzia is best planted in winter and spring to give it time to establish before the heat fo summer.
Prepare
Deutzia is a spectacular deciduous shrub. With its fine green foliage that turns to a burgundy shade in autumn and its masses of delicate white flowers it puts on a great show. Deutzia can be grown in cottage gardens, rockeries, borders and in containers.
Position
Deutzia does best when planted in full sun to partial shade in a free draining soil.
Soil
When planted into the ground Deutzia prefer a free-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. To improve the organic content in your soil, break up the soil and add Kings Compost and Kings Sheep Pellets then mix together well. When growing in containers, plant into Kings Container mix. This mix contains Saturaid, which helps with moisture retention in the soil.
Plant
When planting into the ground, ensure the plants is well watered then, gently tap the plant out of its pot. Dig a hole twice the depth and width of the plant’s root ball. Mix Kings Compost into your existing soil at a 50/50 ratio, add Kings Sheep Pellets then mix together. Backfill the hole with this soil, so that when planted the top of the plant’s roots sit level with the surrounding ground. Firm the soil down gently and water in well with Aquaticus Organic Garden Booster. In heavier clay soils, where drainage is likely to be an issue, plant onto a raised mound and sprinkle Gypsum Clay Breaker into the bottom of the hole, this helps slowly condition the soil and help to break down the clay. When planting into containers plant into Kings Container Mix, as this has water retention crystals in it, which will help in keeping the soil moist.
Care
Watering
Watering is essential especially in the first year of planting to allow the roots to get well established. Water slowly, allowing the water to sink down into the roots, rather than just allowing it to run off the top of the surface of the soil, aiming to keep the soil moist during hot periods. Add Saturaid into the soil at planting time, as this helps to channel water down to the roots where it is needed the most.
Feeding
For strong healthy roots and plants, apply monthly applications of Aquaticus Organic Garden Booster, from spring through to the end of autumn, this encourages root growth and increases the microbial activity in the soil. Monthly applications of Kings Sheep Pellets will help with soil conditioning and plant health.
Mulching
Mulching around plants can help conserve moisture, regulate soil temperature, and reduce weed growth. Mulch around the base of the plants (making sure it is not in direct contact with the trunk or base of the plant) with Living Earth More than Mulch. Replenish mulch each spring.
Pruning
Deutzia flower on growth that is produced the previous year. Pruning should be carried out as soon as flowering has finished. If you prune them too late after flowering, then they will not have enough time to produce their new stems - which will be the flowering stems for the next year. Prune each stem that has flowered back by 1 third. In addition remove one out of every three stems right back to just above the ground. This will encourage new growth from the base of the plant.
General Care
When using sprays, chemicals or fertilisers always read the label and follow the instructions carefully. Apply sprays in the evening to avoid harming beneficial insects.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I propagate Deutzia?
Deutzia can be propagated through softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Plant the cuttings in a well-draining medium and keep them moist until roots develop.
Is Deutzia prone to any pests or diseases?
Deutzia is relatively pest-free but can occasionally be affected by aphids or leaf spots. Regular inspection and appropriate treatments, like insecticidal soap for aphids, can help manage these issues.
When should I prune Deutzia?
Deutzia flower on growth that is produced the previous year. Pruning should be carried out as soon as flowering has finished. If you prune them too late after flowering, then they will not have enough time to produce their new stems - which will be the flowering stems for the next year. Prune each stem that has flowered back by 1 third. In addition remove one out of every three stems right back to just above the ground. This will encourage new growth from the base of the plant.
How often should I water Deutzia?
Watering is essential especially in the first year of planting to allow the roots to get well established. Water slowly, allowing the water to sink down into the roots, rather than just allowing it to run off the top of the surface of the soil, aiming to keep the soil moist during hot periods. Add Saturaid into the soil at planting time, as this helps to channel water down to the roots where it is needed the most.
What is Deutzia?
Deutzia is a charming deciduous shrub known for its profuse clusters of star-shaped flowers, typically blooming in late spring to early summer. It is a popular choice for adding colour and texture to gardens.