What soil does Slender deutzia grow in?

It tolerates these soils: average garden soil, clay.

Is Slender deutzia hardy?

Hardy down to -29 °C (USDA zone 4, RHS H7). It gets through winter in every part of the country.

Is Slender deutzia toxic to dogs?

No. Reliable sources list it as non-toxic to dogs.

Is Slender deutzia toxic to cats?

No. Reliable sources list it as non-toxic to cats.

How far from the house should Slender deutzia be planted?

Plant it at least 1 m from buildings. Keep it at least 0.5 m from paving.

How far apart should Slender deutzia be planted?

Planted on its own, it needs 80 cm between plants. For a hedge, allow 2.5 plants per metre.

How much water does Slender deutzia need?

Water need: medium. Drought tolerance: medium.

How much does Slender deutzia cost?

It sells for roughly €4.90 to €6 in local shops, depending on size.

Slender deutzia

Deutzia gracilis

Slender deutzia (Deutzia gracilis) is a shrub. Light: full sun, part shade. Hardy down to -29 °C. Drought tolerance: medium. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Sold in local shops from about €4.90.

Illustration of Slender deutzia — An illustration of the typical shape of the mature plant, not a photo.

What it's good for, and what it isn't

A low, tidy deciduous shrub with arching stems that is almost hidden under pure white, lightly scented flower clusters in late spring. It suits the front of a border, a low informal flowering hedge or a large pot; the even lower, spreading 'Nikko' is the form most often sold. It flowers on last year's wood, so prune it straight after flowering and thin out the oldest stems every few years.

Watch out for

Late spring frost regularly damages the early shoots and flower buds, especially in low-lying frost pockets; flowering is then poor or the flowers stay tiny. In full sun and high summer heat the foliage can bleach, so in hot, dry places in Central Europe it does better with afternoon shade and watering in dry spells. Stems are short-lived and dead wood has to be cut out every year. Aphids, leaf miners and leaf spot are occasional and rarely serious.

Key facts

Light: Full sun, Part shade
Water need: Medium
Care: Low
Size after 10 years: 1 m × 1.2 m
Hardiness: down to -29 °C
Foliage: Deciduous
Flowering: J F M A M J J A S O N D May–June, white

Group	Shrub
Light	Full sun, Part shade
Size after 10 years	1 m × 1.2 m
Ultimate size	0.6–1.5 m × 0.6–1.5 m
Hardiness	down to -29 °C (USDA 4, RHS H7)
Soil	Average garden soil, Clay
Foliage	Deciduous
Flowering	May–June, white
Water need	Medium
Drought tolerance	Medium
Maintenance	Low
Root aggressiveness	Low
Suckering	no
Spreading	Low
Distance from buildings	at least 1 m
Distance from paving	at least 0.5 m
Litter	not typical
Planting distance	80 cm
For dogs	Non-toxic
For cats	Non-toxic
For children	no data
Typical price	from about €4.90

Toxicity data is for information only. If your pet or child has eaten a plant, contact a vet or a doctor.

Sizes and prices available

The same plant is sold as a small pot and as a specimen several metres tall, and the price follows. Prices are rounded and for guidance only.

Size	Typical price
30-50 cm	approx. €6
size not stated	approx. €4.90

Frequently asked questions

Data updated: October 13, 2026 · How our data is made

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