shrub☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 7b – Zone 8b
A deciduous native shrub of the Pacific Northwest known for its fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in full sun and is excellent for wildlife habitat and pollinator support.
Overview
Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–12′ tall × 4–8′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Tolerances & Soil
moderate
Flood Tolerance
low
Zone 7bZone 8b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 7b to Zone 8b
pH Range
78
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 7 to 8
Soil Texture
Coarse, Medium
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummer
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
early successionalmid successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest North America
Native to: Oregon, Washington
Function & Care
hedgerowpollinator nectarywildlife benefit
Coppicing
Establishment & Care
Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting, layering
Notable Cultivars
'Goose Creek' is a compact cultivar reaching 5–6 feet, prized for abundant fragrant flowers. 'Blizzard' is a dwarf form under 3 feet tall, ideal for smaller gardens.
