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Clethra alnifoliaClethra alnifolia

Coastal Sweetpepperbush, Summer Sweet, Summer-sweet, Summersweet Clethra, Sweet Pepper Bush

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Clethra alnifolia

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Germination:

30%

Germination test:

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Purity:

45%

Seeds per lb:

2,386,000

Quantity:

0.06 lb

Collected in:

Virginia
Arlington

Crop year:

2023

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834145

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: none required

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed, cover lightly, keep moist, Germ. within 1 to 3 months at 55 F.

Looking for a striking, fragrant addition to your landscaping? Look no further than Clethra alnifolia, also known as sweet pepperbush or summersweet. This deciduous shrub blooms in late summer, boasting white or very pale pink flowers with a sweet aroma that attracts bumblebees. Leaves are striking dark green, turning yellow-golden during autumn. This shrub is hardy and expands by suckering to form colonies, making it perfect for an informal hedge or erosion control. It thrives in heavy shade and prefers moist, neutral to acidic soil. This native plant is known to occur in many ecosystem types, from wet forests to pine flatwoods and bogs. Don't miss your chance to add a touch of beauty and fragrance to your landscape with the Clethra alnifolia.