Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' / SUMMERSWEET

Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird', also known as Summersweet, is a compact and fragrant shrub that blooms in mid to late summer, producing spikes of sweet-smelling, creamy white to light pink flowers. These blooms are especially attractive to pollinators such as hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, making it a great addition to a pollinator-friendly garden. The plant features glossy, dark green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to the airy flowers, which contrast beautifully against the foliage. 'Hummingbird' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade, making it an excellent choice for shaded or woodland areas. With its fragrant flowers, compact size, and pollinator appeal, Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' is an ideal shrub for adding both beauty and ecological value to your landscape.

·        ORIGIN - NC Native cv.

·        EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - sun

·        FLOWER COLOR - white

·        HEIGHT - 2-4 ft

·        HABIT - deciduous

·        MOISTURE - moist/well drained

·         HARDINESS ZONES - 4-9