Fuzzy deutzia and Hybrid deutzia are often considered for the same spot in the garden (flowers, pollinator friendly, specimen). The data below shows where they differ: size, hardiness, care, toxicity and price.
Deutzia scabra 2.5 m × 1.8 m after 10 years
A tall, upright shrub with arching branches that is covered for about two weeks in early summer with lightly scented flower clusters, white or flushed…
Deutzia × hybrida 1.8 m × 1.8 m after 10 years
Hybrid deutzia covers its arching branches with masses of pink, star-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer; it is mostly sold as 'Mont Rose',…
Hybrid deutzia grows faster than Fuzzy deutzia.
Hybrid deutzia needs less care than Fuzzy deutzia.
Fuzzy deutzia is cheaper: about €8 at the size usually planted, against about €15 for Hybrid deutzia.
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Feature
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Fuzzy deutzia
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Hybrid deutzia
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| Group | Shrub | Shrub |
| Size after 10 years | 2.5 m × 1.8 m | 1.8 m × 1.8 m |
| Ultimate size | 1.8–3 m × 1.2–2.4 m | 1–2 m × 1–2 m |
| Growth rate | Medium | Fast |
| Light | Full sun, Part shade | Full sun, Part shade |
| Soil | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous | Average garden soil, Clay, Sandy, Calcareous |
| Hardiness | down to -29 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) | down to -29 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7) |
| Foliage | Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Flowering | May–June, white, pink | May–July, pink, white |
| Water need | Medium | Medium |
| Drought tolerance | Medium | Medium |
| Maintenance | Medium | Low |
| Planting distance | 150 cm | 120 cm |
| For dogs | Non-toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic (uncertain) |
| For cats | Non-toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic (uncertain) |
| For children | Non-toxic (uncertain) | Non-toxic (uncertain) |
| Typical price | approx. €8 | approx. €15 |
Prices are rounded, indicative values. Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor. Data updated: October 13, 2026
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