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RedCrocus Vanilla Spice Summersweet Clethra alnifolia Fragrant Shrub, Attractive Pollinator Plant | Full Sun to Part Shade, Deciduous, Non-Toxic, Container Friendly 2/3' h 10 Gallon

RedCrocus Vanilla Spice Summersweet Clethra alnifolia Fragrant Shrub, Attractive Pollinator Plant | Full Sun to Part Shade, Deciduous, Non-Toxic, Container Friendly 2/3' h 10 Gallon

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Vanilla Spice' Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Vanilla Spice'

Description

A deciduous shrub renowned for its fragrant white summer flowers and lush green foliage. It typically reaches a height of 4-6 feet with a spreading habit, making it ideal for border plantings and naturalized areas.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for border plantings, hedges, shrub borders, and attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies in garden landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Vanilla Spice' Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Vanilla Spice'
  • Common Name: Vanilla Spice' Summersweet
  • Size & Growth: 4-6 ft tall, spreading habit
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-8
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time: Summer (July-August)
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: Yes
    • Cut Flower: Yes (for fresh bouquets)
  • Grows Well With: Native Plants, Ornamental Grasses, Shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Choose a site with full sun to part shade; amend soil for good drainage. Water regularly during establishment.
  • Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained soil
  • Soil Type: Loamy, Sandy, or Clay Loam
  • Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote bushiness.
  • Winter Care: Apply mulch in colder zones for protection. Usually hardy to -30°F.
  • Planting Depth: Usually planted at same depth as in nursery container
  • Fertilization: Use balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care: Minimal; mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
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