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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 4–7Type ShrubClimate Temperate

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — The shrub's distinctive 5 to 8-inch-long flower panicles bloom profusely in late spring to early summer; white flowers in

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — prefers full sun to partial shade; and is drought tolerant once established

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — which provides its common name; the shrub's distinctive 5 to 8-inch-long flower panicles bloom profusely in late spring to

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — it boasts a drought-tolerant nature

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — <br><br>The Ocean Spray's foliage starts with a shade of green which transitions to a delicate yellow; which provides its

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — slightly arching form to landscape designs

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — though it prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils; it boasts a drought-tolerant nature

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) — The shrub's distinctive 5 to 8-inch-long flower panicles bloom profusely in late spring to early summer

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — making it an excellent option for sustainable landscaping.<br><br>For landscape design

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Furthermore, it can be used for erosion control on slopes due to its extensive root system

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — shrub for full or half

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — adding seasonal interest to your client's garden

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Perfect for naturalized or wildlife gardens, it attracts bees and butterflies; making it an excellent option for

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — and is drought tolerant once established; <br><br>The Ocean Spray's foliage starts with a shade of green which transitions

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Ocean Spray can serve as an effective background plant in mixed borders or native plant gardens

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — though it prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soils

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — which provides its common name

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — demonstrating adaptability to a range of soil conditions

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — white flowers in the garden; is a versatile and visually appealing deciduous shrub known for its cascading clusters of

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — Furthermore, it can be used for erosion control on slopes due to its extensive root system; ocean Spray can serve as an

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — shrub with white blooms

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — officially recognized as Holodiscus discolor

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — officially recognized as Holodiscus discolor; a North American native shrub

Ocean Spray (Holodiscus Discolor) — impresses with its frothy white to cream flower clusters that bloom profusely in early summer

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Dr. Paul J. Watson (aka Linyphia), CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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