Hummingbird Summersweet

Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'

A dwarf form of a trouble-free, attractive native shrub. Fragrant, long-lasting, white flowers are produced in July and August. Shiny dark green foliage on compact upright plants turns yellow to golden brown in fall.

Category:
Light Requirements:
Partial shade
Mature Size:
3-4 ft. tall, slightly wider.
Cold Hardiness Zone:
4-9
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
White
Bloom Period:
Summer to fall
Water Requirements:
High, Needs wet or constantly moist soil.

Care Instructions

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, shear annually after flowering.