Deutzia flowering shrub species are mainly found in Central America, Asia, and Europe. They belong to the ‘Hydrangeaceae’ plant family. This post lists a few of the best deutzia species and their hybrids that you can grow in your garden.
Did You Know?
Deutzia flowering shrubs are named after a Dutch botanist, ‘Johann van der Deutz’.
Deutzia shrubs can be either deciduous or evergreen. They can easily be grown and require very little maintenance. Pruning needs to be done on a timely basis to ensure steady growth of these shrubs. It is done after the flowering (blooming) season ends. This process helps these shrubs develop new stems, on which flowers grow during the next blooming season.
These shrubs are mainly grown for ornamental purposes, and add a great deal of beauty to one’s garden. Most of these species are white and/or mild-pink in color. Due to their fragrance, birds and insects find these shrubs very attractive. Most of these species grow vertically, rather than horizontally, which makes them suitable for smaller gardens.
Parent Species of Deutzia Ideal for Gardens
Deutzia Gracilis
| Name | Slender Deutzia |
| Height | 2-5 ft |
| Flowers | White and Bell-shaped |
| Blooming | April to May |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 5 to 8 |
Deutzia Crenata
| Name | Crenate Deutzia |
| Height | 6-7 ft |
| Flowers | White |
| Blooming | April to May |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 5 to 8 |
Deutzia Parviflora
| Name | Deutzia |
| Height | 3-7 ft |
| Flowers | White and Star-shaped |
| Blooming | April to May |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Pruning | Well before the spring growth |
| Hardiness | Zone 6 |
Deutzia Rosea
| Name | Rose Deutzia |
| Height | 2-3 ft |
| Flowers | Pale Pink and Five-petaled |
| Blooming | May to June |
| Bloom Color | Mild Pink |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 5 to 8 |
Hybrid Species of Deutzia Ideal for Gardens
The term ‘Deutzia-hybrida’ refers to the hybrid species of shrubs produced with a combination of ‘Deutzia discolor’ and ‘Deutzia longifolia’. Whereas, Lemoinei shrub is a hybrid of ‘Deutzia garcilis’ and ‘Deutzia parviflora’.
Deutzia x hybrida Strawberry Fields
| Name | Deutzia Strawberry Fields |
| Height | 4-6 ft |
| Flowers | Pink, White, and Star-shaped |
| Blooming | May to June |
| Bloom Color | White and Pink |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 5 to 8 |
Deutzia x hybrida Mont Rose
| Name | Deutzia Mont Rose |
| Height | 3-4 ft |
| Flowers | Rose Pink |
| Blooming | June to July |
| Bloom Color | Rose Pink |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 5 to 8 |
Deutzia x hybrida ‘Magicien’
| Name | Deutzia Magician Pink |
| Height | 6-8 ft |
| Flowers | Pink, White, and Cup-shaped |
| Blooming | May |
| Bloom Color | White, Pink, and Pale Pink |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete |
| Hardiness | zone 5 to 8 |
Deutzia x hybrida Chardonnay Pearls
| Name | Deutzia Chardonnay Pearls |
| Height | 2-3 ft |
| Flowers | White and Bell-shaped |
| Blooming | April to May |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete |
| Hardiness | Zone 5 to 8 |
Deutzia x hybrida Perle Rose
| Name | Deutzia Perle Rose |
| Height | 3-4 ft |
| Flowers | Mild Pink |
| Blooming | June |
| Bloom Color | Mild Pink |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (late spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 6 to 9 |
Deutzia x Lemoinei
| Name | Deutzia Lemoinei |
| Height | 5-7ft |
| Flowers | Pure White |
| Blooming | April to May |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Pruning | When flowering is complete (late spring) |
| Hardiness | Zone 4 to 8 |
All Deutzia bush species, including each of the hybrid shrubs, exhibit a beautiful color combination. They are mainly used for decorative purposes, as they display mesmerizing colors. The fact that they require very little care and have no negative characteristics makes them a perfect addition to any garden.
