Go Back Summersweet Hummingbird

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:29 PM
Clethra Alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
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    Plant Type: Deciduous Shrubs

    This dwarf form of summersweet is a carefree shrub with glossy, deep-green leaves that turn vibrant yellow in fall. Bottlebrush-like clusters of tiny, fragrant, bell-shaped white flowers appear in late summer, making this compact, shade-loving shrub a favorite of bees and butterflies.

    Currently not available for online purchase.

    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Prefers moist, slightly acidic soil. Doesn't do well in hot, dry locations. Slow to establish, but easy growing afterwards. Blooms on new growth. Prune in late fall or early spring.

    Flower Color

    White

    Foliage Color

    Green, pale yellow to golden brown in fall

    Plant Spread

    3-4'

    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    3-5'

    Scape Height

    na

    Hardness Zone

    4-9

    Soil Moisture

    Well drained.

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

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    Bloom Time

    Summer

    Critter Resistance

    Rabbits/deer

    Exposure

    Full sun

    Growth Rate

    Fast

    Seasonal Interests

    Summer