RedCrocus Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles' Shrub - Fragrant White Blooms, Attracts Pollinators, Deer & Pet Friendly, Container & Border Plant 3 Gallon
RedCrocus Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles' Shrub - Fragrant White Blooms, Attracts Pollinators, Deer & Pet Friendly, Container & Border Plant 3 Gallon
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Sixteen Candles' Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles'
Description
A deciduous shrub known for its fragrant white flower spikes that bloom in summer. It features dark green foliage that turns to vibrant fall colors.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for borders, naturalized areas, butterfly gardens, and shrub borders.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles' -
Common Name: Summersweet -
Size & Growth: 4-6 ft tall and wide, upright, rounded shrub -
Hardiness Zones: 4-8 -
Foliage Type: Deciduous -
Bloom Time: Late Summer to Fall -
Growth Rate: Moderate -
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade -
Attracts Pollinators: Yes -
Indoor Friendly: Not Suitable -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets -
Fragrant: Yes -
Grows Well With: Shrubs, Perennials, and Flowering Plants
Cut Flower: Yes
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained soil -
Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist -
Soil Type: Acidic to neutral, loamy soil preferred -
Humidity: Tolerant of a range of humidity levels -
Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape -
Winter Care: Mulch around base in cold regions -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery -
Fertilization: Apply in early spring with a balanced fertilizer -
Special Care: Remove old stems to encourage new growth
