Sugartina® Summersweet
Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina' PP #21,561; CPBR #4160
Pronunciation: KLEE-thra al-nee-FOH-lee-uh
SKU #42599
| Description | This dwarf Clethra has fragrant pure white flowers in late summer, attracting butterflies. This native, deer resistant shrub holds its tight, dense shape without pruning. Dark, glossy green foliage turns to an attractive yellow in fall. This North American native tolerates damp soils. Compact form makes it a good fit for narrow beds or smaller woodland or wildlife gardens. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist to wet. |
| Blooms | Late summer |
| Mature Size | Reaches 28 to 30 inches tall and 28 to 36 inches wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Easy Care, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Care | Provide moist, humus-rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soil; avoid hot, dry sites. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in early spring. Blooms on current season's growth; prune annually in late winter to promote vigorous new growth. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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