Clethra
Sweet Pepperbush
Clethra alnifolia
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Shrub

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.

Available
Yes
Height
3-8 feet
Spread
4-6 feet
Bloom Season
Mid Summer - Late Summer
Flower Colors
White
Sun Tolerance
fullsun
partsun
Soil Tolerance
Average,  Clay,  Sandy,  Moist,  Poorly drained
Features
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butterfly friendly
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bee friendly
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bird friendly
QR
https://db.linpi.org/clal https://db.linpi.org/clal
Code
CLAL