Clethra Alnifolia Summersweet #3

$35.00

Clethra alnifolia ‘Summersweet’ is a deciduous, medium-sized shrub celebrated for its fragrant, white flower spikes that bloom in mid to late summer, filling the garden with a sweet, spicy scent. The flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to wildlife and pollinator-friendly gardens. It has a naturally rounded and dense habit with glossy, medium-green leaves that turn yellow to golden in fall, providing year-round ornamental interest. ‘Summersweet’ is adaptable to a variety of garden settings, including borders, foundation plantings, mixed shrub beds, and naturalized landscapes, and is prized for its low-maintenance growth and multi-season appeal.

Hardiness Zones:
USDA Zones 3–8

Mature Size:

Typically 5–8 ft tall and 4–6 ft wide

Medium-sized, dense, and rounded

Light Requirements:

Full sun to partial shade

Full sun encourages maximum flower production

Light shade is tolerated but may reduce flowering

Water Requirements:

Moderate to consistently moist soil

Prefers well-drained soil but tolerates wet sites

Once established, somewhat drought-tolerant, though regular watering improves growth and flowering

Clethra Alnifolia Summersweet #3

Care Instructions