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 pot. They will ship individually, directly from our grower to your home garden. Please note that shipping is calculated per plant.
*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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