Also known as Summersweet, Clethra is a common flowering bush found along the shores of our freshwater features (ponds, lakes, rivers) and wetter woodland edges. Aptly named, its narrow clusters of blooms are quite fragrant during mid to late Summer, attracting copious bees and other pollinators. These flowers grow into peppercorn-shaped seeds in late Summer. A great addition to any rain garden and hedgerows.
Height
3-8 feet
Spread
4-6 feet
Bloom Season
Mid Summer - Late Summer
Flower Colors
White
Sun Tolerance


Soil Tolerance
Average,
Clay,
Sandy,
Moist,
Poorly drained
Features
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Reference Links
https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c230
Photo courtesy of Albert Vick, Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center
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