Slow to medium growing shrub that is blanketed with extremely fragrant white flowers in late summer. Green foliage changes to shades of yellow in fall. Native to Long Island & Northeast. Typically found in wet, swampy sites and seashores. Beautiful shrub. Additional Information: Latin Name: Clethra alnifolia Plant Type: Shrub Shrub Type: Deciduous Exposure: Part to Full Sun Deer Resistant: Yes Mature Height: 3-6 ft Mature Width: 3-5 Ft Habit: Upright Growth Rate: Medium Recommended Spacing: 3-5 Ft Apart Hardiness Zone: Zone 3-9 Bloom Time: Mid Summer Flower Colors: White Water Needs: Average Maintenance: Easy Pruning Time: Prune to shape in late winter Additional attribute: Fragrant Flower Fall Interest Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds Native to North America Landscape Uses: Border, Focal Point
