Deutzia × wilsonii

Deutzia × wilsonii is a hybridogenic species from the genus Deutzia in the family of Hydrangeaceae. This plant is a hybrid, which was created by the intersection of two German species, presumably Deutzia purpurascens and Deutzia longifolia. It was named in honor of the famous British plant collector Ernest Henry Wilson, who discovered numerous plant species in China and brought it to the West. Deutzia × wilsonii is characterized by its impressive flowers, their robust nature and their adaptability to different climate zones, which makes them a valuable ornamental plant in gardens.

Morphology

Deutzia × wilsonii is a medium -sized shrub that can reach a height of 1.5 to 2 meters. The shrub is upright and densely branched, which gives it a compact and yet expansive shape. The young shoots are often slightly hairy, which is a typical feature of many German species. The shoots cancel with increasing age, and the bark can easily peel off in older plants.

The leaves of Deutzia × wilsonii are arranged, lanceolate to egg -shaped and are about 4 to 8 cm long. You have a serrated edge and a matt, green top. The underside of the leaves is often slightly hairy, which gives them a somewhat softer texture. In autumn, the leaves turn yellowish before they fall off, which gives the shrub additional interest beyond the flowering period.

The most striking feature of Deutzia × wilsonii are the flowers. These appear in late spring to early summer, typically from May to June. The inflorescences are the final spaces that can be up to 10-15 cm long. Each single flower is white to cream -colored and star -shaped, with five petals. The diameter of the flowers is about 1.5 to 2 cm. The flowers are often arranged close to the panicles and give the shrub a particularly generous appearance during the flowering period.

The flowers of Deutzia × wilsonii are slightly fragrant and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. After flowering, the shrub forms small, dry capsule fruits that contain numerous seeds. These are mainly spread by the wind, but the plant is increasingly increased in cultivation by cuttings in order to preserve the desired properties of the hybrid.

Habitat and distribution

As a hybridart, Deutzia × wilsonii is not widespread in nature, but was developed by breeding and intersection in botanical gardens and tree nurseries. The two types of parents come from East Asia, especially from the mountain regions of China and Japan. Deutzia × wilsonii prefers living conditions similar to their parenting species and thrives best in moderate climate zones.

The plant prefers well -permeable, slightly moist soils and thrives both in full sun and in partial shade. It can grow in different types of soil, including sandy, loamier and humus -rich soils, as long as the soil offers sufficient moisture and is well drained. In gardens it is often used as an ornamental shrub, where it is planted in discounts, hedges or as a solitaire plant.

Deutzia × wilsonii is relatively Frosthart and can be cultivated in many regions of Europe and North America, where the winter temperatures are not too extreme. It is adaptable and resistant to urban conditions, which makes it an ideal plant for public and private green spaces.

Ecological meaning

From an ecological point of view, Deutzia × wilsonii plays an important role as a nectar source for pollinators. During the flowering period, she attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators, which promotes biodiversity in gardens and urban landscapes. Although it is not a significant source of food for larger wild animals, it nevertheless contributes to the preservation of ecological balance by supporting pollinators that are important for the pollination of many other plants.

Your dense root system also helps to stabilize the soil and can be planted in slopes or in areas with risk of erosion to minimize soil erosion.

Use in garden culture

Deutzia × wilsonii is very popular in garden culture because of its lavish blooms and its easy -care nature. It is often used as an ornamental shrub in formal and informal gardens. Their compact size makes it ideal for smaller gardens or as part of a mixed shrub discount. It is also well suited for hedge plantings or as a solitaire plant, where it impresses with its striking blooms in spring and summer.

The care of Deutzia × wilsonii is relatively simple. A pruning immediately after flowering helps to promote growth and keep the plant compact. The plant is resistant to most pests and diseases, which makes it an easy -care choice for gardeners. A regular pruning also promotes a more lavish flower next year.