Description
Sixteen Candles Summersweet is a standout shrub for Massachusetts landscapes, offering fragrant white flower spikes in late summer. The blooms attract pollinators and create a dazzling display when grouped together. Its lush green foliage provides a fresh backdrop that transforms into golden hues in fall.
This hardy, multi-stemmed shrub prefers moist, acidic soil and thrives in a variety of settings, from gardens to woodland edges. Sixteen Candles Summersweet has a rounded, compact growth habit that fits well in small or large spaces. Whether used for borders or mass plantings, Sixteen Candles Summersweet delivers year-round charm and fragrance.
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Each plant comes in a #3 (3 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles'
Light: full sun – part shade
Watering: around an inch per week
Soil: moist, acidic, well draining soil
Zone: 4 – 8
Plant Shape: rounded
Plant Type: multi-stemmed deciduous shrub
Mature Size: height (4'), width (4')
Blooming Season: flowers mid – late summer
Growth Rate: slow
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