Summersweet Bushes

Summersweet, its botanical name being Clethra alnifolia (KLEE-thruh  ĂL-nuh-fō-lee-uh), is a deciduous, flowering shrub prized for its fragrant, bottlebrush-like flowers and attractive, glossy foliage. The raceme blooms, measuring 2 to 6-inches long, will appear in mid to late summer, available in shades of white or pink and will emit a sweet fragrance that is very attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Summersweet is a wise and valuable addition to wildlife-friendly gardens. Its dense, upright form and dark green leaves create a lush backdrop, with its foliage turning bright yellow in the fall, extending its seasonal interest into the cooler months. This flowering shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-draining soil, If you have or want a rain garden or if you want to naturalize an area of your landscape, Summersweet will do the trick! This hardy shrub is also deer-resistant and highly adaptable to various soil conditions, including wet areas. Maintenance? Hardly any!

At GrowJoy, we take great care in cultivating our Summersweet starter plants using sustainable practices to ensure they are safe for your garden and beneficial to pollinators. Each plant is nurtured to develop a strong root system, allowing it to establish quickly and thrive in your landscape. We guarantee that every Summersweet plant will arrive in excellent condition, ready to enhance your outdoor spaces with its attractive, fragrant, raceme blooms and easy-care nature.

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