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RedCrocus Mount Airy Large Fothergilla Bush- Fragrant, Pollinator Attracting, Deciduous, Container-Friendly Garden Plant- Hardy in Zones 4-8 5 Gallon

RedCrocus Mount Airy Large Fothergilla Bush- Fragrant, Pollinator Attracting, Deciduous, Container-Friendly Garden Plant- Hardy in Zones 4-8 5 Gallon

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Mount Airy' Large Fothergilla Fothergilla major 'Mount Airy'

Description

This deciduous shrub features lush, lobed green foliage and clusters of white, fragrant flowers in spring. Known for its striking fall color, it thrives in partial shade to full sun conditions.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for border planting, woodland gardens, and naturalized areas. It makes an attractive specimen or foundation plant, and attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Fothergilla major 'Mount Airy'
  • Common Name: Mount Airy' Large Fothergilla
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 4-6 ft tall and wide, with a rounded habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time: Mid to late spring
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Part shade to full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, Hostas, Shade Perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-drained, organically rich soil. Provide morning sun and afternoon shade.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic, loamy soil
  • Humidity: Tolerates average to high humidity
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches.
  • Winter Care: Mulch around the root zone to protect roots in cold climates.
  • Planting Depth: Set at same depth as in container or nursery pot.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
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