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RedCrocus Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia for Borders & Pollinator Gardens | Fragrant White Flowers| Deer Resistant | Well-Draining Soil | Pet Warning 2/3' h 10 Gallon

RedCrocus Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia for Borders & Pollinator Gardens | Fragrant White Flowers| Deer Resistant | Well-Draining Soil | Pet Warning 2/3' h 10 Gallon

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Hummingbird's Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'

Description

A deciduous shrub featuring fragrant white flowers that bloom in late summer to early fall, attracting pollinators. It has lush green foliage that turns golden in autumn and grows up to 4-6 feet tall and wide.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, shrub gardens, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas. Suitable for hedges and wildlife gardens, adding color and fragrance during late summer.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
  • Common Name: Hummingbird's Summersweet
  • Size & Growth: 4-6 ft tall and wide, bushy and upright
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-9
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, with appropriate care
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Slightly Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant: Yes
  • Cut Flower: Yes, blooms last for several days
  • Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
  • Soil Type: Loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soils.
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
  • Winter Care: Protect roots with mulch in colder zones; pruned in late winter.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds.
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