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Clethra alnifolia
Plant Description
Lovely late summer blooming shrub with large, incredibly fragrant terminal panicles of white flowers for up to 4-6 weeks. Great for use in the shrub border or in a wet shady area in need of some fragrance
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
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub
Height: 3?
Flower Color: White flowers
Foliage: Fall Foliage is Yellow/Gold
Location: Full Sun
Spread: 4?
Bloom Period: Late summer
Shape: Round
Growth Rate: Medium