Clethra alnifolia Summer Sparkler™ ('Novacleein') PP27590

Common Name: Summer Sparkler Summersweet

Bloomtime: July to August

Bloomcolor: White / Showy, Fragrant

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Height: 3 to 8 feet

Spread: 4 to 6 feet

Spacing: 4 to 6 feet

Water: Average Water Needs

Hardiness: 3,4,5,6,7,8,9

Fragrant: Plant near a patio to enjoy the fragrant late summer bloom.

Zone: 3

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts Butterflies

Characteristics: Attracts: Birds, Butterflies, Bees. , Easily grown in average, medium to wet soils in full sun to part shade. Prefers part shade and consistently moist, acidic, sandy soils. Soils should not be allowed to dry out. , Tolerates clay soils. Tolerates full shade. Promptly remove root suckers unless naturalized look is desired. Propagate by cuttings. Prune if needed in late winter., No serious insect or disease problems. Spider mites may be a concern in dry conditions.