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RedCrocus Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia / Fragrant, White Flowers / Pollinator Attractor / Container & Garden Use 7 Gallon

RedCrocus Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia / Fragrant, White Flowers / Pollinator Attractor / Container & Garden Use 7 Gallon

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Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'

Description

A deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, white flower spikes that bloom in mid to late summer. It features deep green foliage that turns vibrant in the fall and thrives in moist, acidic soils.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for shrub borders, naturalized areas, and wet gardens. It also makes a great choice for attracting pollinators like hummingbirds and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Hummingbird's Summersweet
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-4 ft tall with a similar spread, with a moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: Yes, highly fragrant flowers
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Yes, excellent for floral arrangements
  • Grows Well With Icon Grows Well With: Viburnums, ferns, native grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in full sun to part shade, in moist, acidic soil
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Prefers consistently moist soil
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Acidic, loamy, well-draining
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Tolerates humid environments
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and health
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Protect with mulch in cold areas; hardy to zone 4
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Keep soil moist and mulched for best flowering and growth
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