Einstein Summersweet a is a dense deciduous shrub with unusually long and curly racemen sporting highly fragrant white flowers in summer. The oblong dark green leaves have a yellow to golden brown fall color. Best color when grown in full sun and moist well-drained soils. Einstein can tolerate deep shade.
Clethra alnifolia is noted for its special value in attracting large numbers of native bees. The nectar also attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, and the seeds provide food for birds.
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Origins: |
Eastern N. America Coasts; GA Native |
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Height: |
3' - 4' |
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Spread: |
3’ - 4' |
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Spacing: |
3' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 9 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious pest or disease issues.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Woodland Gardens, Pond and Streams, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Juniper, Butterfly Bush, Crape Myrtle
IMAGE: Plant Image Library, Clethra alnifolia
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
