Ohio State University Plant Dictionary

Scientific Name:
Clethra alnifolia 'Pink Spires'

Family:
Pink Spires Summersweet

Family:
Clethraceae

Description:
Although Summersweet is a mid-Summer flowering shrub that prefers constantly moist soils in partially shady conditions, it is somewhat tolerant of drier and partially sunny conditions, although supplemental watering is highly desirable to prevent foliage wilting and to enhance vigor.

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