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Ocean Spray

Holodiscus Discolor

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Overview

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), a North American native shrub, impresses with its frothy white to cream flower clusters that bloom profusely in early summer. Growing 5-13 feet tall with a similar spread, its arching branches create an elegant fountain shape. This deciduous shrub thrives in USDA zones 5-9, prefers full sun to partial shade, and is drought tolerant once established. Perfect for naturalized or wildlife gardens, it attracts bees and butterflies.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 4–7Climate Temperate
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — a North American native shrub
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — a North American native shrubOcean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — This deciduous shrub thrives in USDA zones 5-9Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Growing 5-13 feet tall with a similar spread, its arching branches create an elegant fountain shapeOcean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Perfect for naturalized or wildlife gardens, it attracts bees and butterfliesOcean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — prefers full sun to partial shadeOcean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — and is drought tolerant once established+43

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — impresses with its frothy white to cream flower clusters that bloom profusely in early summer
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — a North American native shrub
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — This deciduous shrub thrives in USDA zones 5-9
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Growing 5-13 feet tall with a similar spread, its arching branches create an elegant fountain shape
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Perfect for naturalized or wildlife gardens, it attracts bees and butterflies
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — prefers full sun to partial shade
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — and is drought tolerant once established
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — which provides its common name
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — is a versatile and visually appealing deciduous shrub known for its cascading clusters of creamy white flowers
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — officially recognized as Holodiscus discolor
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — This North American native generally matures to a height of 8 to 15 feet and spreads out 6 to 10 feet
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — slightly arching form to landscape designs
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — <br><br>The Ocean Spray's foliage starts with a shade of green which transitions to a delicate yellow
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — demonstrating adaptability to a range of soil conditions
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — The shrub's distinctive 5 to 8-inch-long flower panicles bloom profusely in late spring to early summer
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Holodiscus discolor thrives in full sun to partial shade
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — adding seasonal interest to your client's garden
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — making it an excellent option for sustainable landscaping.<br><br>For landscape design
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — it boasts a drought-tolerant nature
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — though it prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Furthermore, it can be used for erosion control on slopes due to its extensive root system
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Ocean Spray can serve as an effective background plant in mixed borders or native plant gardens
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — white flowers in the garden
Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Pruning is advised right after flowering to maintain its desired shape and to encourage robust new growth

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