WebLike other Clethra, this cultivar tolerates wet soil. It will grow in full sun, but does best in light, dappled shade. Clethra prefer part shade and consistently moist, acidic, sandy soils. Soils should not be allowed to dry … WebClethra is amazingly adaptable, growing equally well in full sun or partial shade, and in moist conditions or dry (evenly moist soil is required in the South). It's an excellent choice for the natural garden or a mixed border and is essential in any low, wet spot. For more information on growing and care, click Growing Guide.

Selecting Dwarf Summersweet Plant Types

WebClethra alnifolia is the main species grown for gardens currently. It is native to swampy areas from Texas east to Georgia and is a great choice for wet or low-lying areas of the Portland yard. All varieties adapt to sun or shade, but need more summer water if planted in sun. They are all hardy to USDA zone 4, -40f. WebThe July flowers are the deepest pink Clethra yet, though I find the color is still insipid. As with the species, the sweet fragrance is lovely and carries well on the air. Blooms for about a month. Late to leaf out in spring, the leaves turn a good yellow in autumn. Spreads slowly by suckers. Adaptable to sun or shade (blooms best in sun). remington 23635

Clethra, Summersweet, Sweet Pepper Bush

WebSummersweet (Clethra alnifolia) is one garden plant that truly lives up to its name, producing an abundance of sweetly scented flowers during the waning days of summer, … Web2. Select a growing site that has full sun to partial shade and ample room to grow. Clethra grows best in well-drained, acidic soil. If you plant more than one shrub, be sure to space each plant ... WebClethra goes by several common names, including sweet pepperbush, hummingbird plant, coastal sweet pepperbush, white alder, ... While it prefers full shade, it will tolerate everything from full sun to full shade. … professor yogendra mishra