Summersweet

Abundant, fragrant flowers are long-lasting and do not fade in the sun. Native deciduous shrub turns bright yellow in fall. An excellent shrub for the back of the border or as a foundation plant. Tolerant of moist areas. Deer resistant.

Companion Plants

Hydrangea

Ninebark

Rhododendron

Plant Details

Common name

Summersweet
Botanical name

Clethra alnifolia
Variety

Ruby Spice
Zone

USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).
Light

Part sun
Height

4-8' (1-2.5 m)
Habit

Upright
Feed

In spring
Water

2-3 times per week
Bloom Color

Pink
Bloom Time

Summer
Maintenance

Provide enough water in fall, before freeze

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