Latin Name:
Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
Common
Name:
Dwarf Summersweet
Description:
Shrub ~ S/Sh
~ 3' ~ a moderate growth rate ~ summer bloomer ~ fragrant, white flowers ~ beautiful yellow fall color
~ ATTRACTS BUTTERFLIES
~ likes moisture, but is still drought tolerant ~ walnut resistant ~ a native plant
~ older branches may be cut out at
ground level in winter if desired
Pruning:
Older
branches may be cut out at ground level in winter if desired.
Removing spent flowers after blooming improves appearance.
Zone 4