| Size | Price |
| 2-GALLON | $29.99 |
‘Hummingbird’ summersweet is a compact, slowly spreading, deciduous shrub which typically grows only 3-4′ tall and features fluffy, bottle brush-like, terminal, 3-6″ spikes (racemes) of extremely fragrant white flowers which bloom on current season’s growth for 4-6 weeks in mid to late summer and serrated, glossy, dark green leaves which turn a striking yellow in autumn. Flowers are very attractive to butterflies and bees. Somewhat unique among the summer-flowering shrubs because of its ability to produce good bloom in shady locations. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
Easily grown in average, medium to wet soils in full sun to part shade. Prefers part shade and consistently moist, acidic, sandy soils. Soils should not be allowed to dry out. Tolerates clay soils. Tolerates full shade. Promptly remove root suckers unless naturalized look is desired. Propagate by cuttings. (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden Plant Finder)
| Common Name | Summersweet, Sweet Pepperbush |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Hardiness Zone | 3a, 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b |
| Growth Rate | Average |
| Light Requirements | Part-shade, Part-sun, Shade, Sun |
| Height | to 4 ft. |
| Width | to 4 ft. |
| Soil Condition | Wet Soils |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Blooming Period | July to August |
| Flower Color | white |
| Fragrance | Yes |
| Foliage Color | green |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Size | 2 gallon |
