.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Ruby Spice' Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice' Description A deciduous shrub featuring upright growth with fragrant white flowers that bloom in summer. Its rich green foliage provides attractive季节al interest, and it thrives in moist, well-drained soils. Suggested Uses Ideal for shrub borders, hummingbird gardens, wildlife habitats, and as a specimen plant to add summer fragrance and color to your landscape. Plant Details Botanical Name: Ruby Spice' Summersweet Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice' Common Name: Ruby Spice' Summersweet Size & Growth: Typically reaches 4-6 feet in height with a similar spread, forming a bushy, upright shrub. Hardiness Zones: 4-9 Foliage Type: Deciduous, ovate green leaves that turn yellow in fall Bloom Time: Mid to late summer, July to August Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growth Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Contains compounds that may be toxic if ingested Fragrant: Yes, highly fragrant flowers Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements Grows Well With: Other shade-loving shrubs, perennials, and native plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Space 4-5 feet apart in prepared soil. Water thoroughly after planting. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist; do not let soil dry out. Soil Type: Prefers rich, acidic to neutral, well-drained soils. Humidity: Appreciates moderate to high humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote healthy growth. Winter Care: Apply mulch around base; protect young plants from harsh winter winds. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as root ball. Fertilization: Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. Special Care: Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.