Deutzia gracilis 'Nikko'

Nikko Slender Deutzia

Deutzia gracilis ‘Nikko’ is a low, spreading deciduous shrub valued for its graceful, arching form and masses of white star-shaped flowers that cover the plant in late spring, creating a cascading effect, with fine green foliage that develops attractive burgundy to purple tones in fall.


Mature Size:
Width: 4–5 ft
Height: 1–2 ft

USDA Zones: 5a–8b (best performance in cooler climates; very hardy and reliable)
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Blooms: White star-shaped flowers in late spring
Soil: Well-drained; adaptable to average soils
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established


🌸 Landscape Uses
Groundcover, slopes, mass plantings, edging, rock gardens


🌼 Attracts & Tolerances
Attracts: Pollinators
Tolerances: Deer resistant, drought, urban conditions

Plant type

Flowering Shrub

Height

1-2'

Width

4-5'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Early Summer, Late Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Container, Mass Planting

Shape

Low Spreading

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes