| Clethra alnifolia 'Caleb' | USDA Zone: 4-9 |
Vanilla Spice® Summersweet has masses of beautiful spikes of fragrant white flowers rising above the foliage from mid to late summer, which are most effective when planted in groupings. It has green deciduous foliage. The glossy round leaves turn an outstanding yellow in the fall.
One of the most fragrant of all garden shrubs with showy spikes of sweetly scented white flowers; blooms in late summer when little else is in flower; a very hardy variety, neat, tidy habit of growth and good fall color; needs moist acidic soil.
Vanilla Spice® Summersweet is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Mass Planting
- General Garden Use
- Naturalizing And Woodland Gardens
Bloomtime: Summer
Fragrant Flower
Fall Interest
Deer Resistant
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds, and Bee Friendly
Common Name: Summersweet
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| More About Vanilla Spice® Summersweet |
| Height: 3-6 ft |
Spread: 3-5 ft |
Flower Colour: White Shades |
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Ideal for mixed borders and naturalizing, especially wet and semi-shady sites. Prune to shape in late winter. Fertilize with a controlled release fertilizer in spring. Supplemental fertilizing with liquid fertilizer may be needed in summer. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
