hummingbird summersweet (Clethra Alnifolia 'Hummingbird') - Ground-layer plants

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Partial sun, Shade

Hardiness zone

3-9

Minimum temperature

−40°F (−40°C)

Soil type

Loam, Moist, Well-drained

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral

hummingbird summersweet

Clethra Alnifolia 'Hummingbird'

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Partial sun, Shade
Hardiness zone: 3-9
Minimum temperature: −40°F (−40°C)
Soil type: Loam, Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral

Plant traits

Mature height24 in-4 ft

Mature width36 in-5 ft

Plant typeGround-layer plants

Bloom seasonSummer

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Pet safe—Safe

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Bees, Butterflies

hummingbird summersweet (Clethra Alnifolia 'Hummingbird') - Ground-layer plants

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