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Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'-Fragrant Pink Flowers 7 Gallon

Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'-Fragrant Pink Flowers 7 Gallon

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Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'

Description

Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice', commonly known as Ruby Spice Summersweet, is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, deep pink flowers that bloom in late summer. It is a versatile plant that thrives in moist, acidic soils and is perfect for adding late-season color and fragrance to gardens.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for woodland gardens, mixed borders, and as a hedge or screen. Its fragrant flowers attract pollinators, making it a great addition to wildlife gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
  • Common Name Common Name: Ruby Spice Summersweet
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 4-6 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Late summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and other shade-loving plants

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall for best results.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in high humidity environments.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent disease.
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