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Fothergilla gardenii-Dwarf Fothergilla-Fragrant spring blooms 2/3' h B&B

Fothergilla gardenii-Dwarf Fothergilla-Fragrant spring blooms 2/3' h B&B

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Fothergilla gardenii

Description

Fothergilla gardenii, commonly known as Dwarf Fothergilla, is a deciduous shrub known for its striking fall foliage and fragrant spring blooms. It features bottlebrush-like white flowers and vibrant autumn colors ranging from yellow to orange and red.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use in mixed borders, woodland gardens, and as a specimen plant. Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller gardens and container planting.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Fothergilla gardenii
  • Common Name Common Name: Dwarf Fothergilla
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 2-3 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Spring
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to 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: Rhododendrons, Azaleas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall for best results.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, well-drained soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage.
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