Fizzy Mizzy™ Sweetspire is a compact, deciduous shrub that brings multi-season interest to the garden. In early summer, it produces upright, bottlebrush-like white blooms with a light, sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators. As the season progresses, its deep green foliage transforms into rich shades of red, orange, and burgundy in the fall. With a dwarf, rounded habit reaching 2-3 feet tall and wide, it's an excellent choice for foundation plantings, mixed borders, or naturalized areas. This North American native is low-maintenance and performs well without the need for pruning or shaping, making it a reliable addition to various garden settings. CareFizzy Mizzy™ thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts to a wide range of soil types, including moist or clay-heavy conditions. This is one of the most shade tolerable flowering shrubs out there! Applying a 2-3 inch layer of shredded bark mulch helps retain soil moisture and maintain root health. Pruning is generally unnecessary but can be done in late winter or early spring if shaping is desired. Deadheading is not required, as the plant maintains its structure and color throughout the season. Growth HabitRounded; deciduous. Mature height and width are between 2-3 feet. ToxicityThere are no known toxicity concerns with Fizzy Mizzy™ Sweetspire, making it a safer choice for gardens shared with pets and children. It is also deer resistant and pollinator friendly. Three-gallon shrubs are not available for shipment on online orders.
