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Pink Summersweet

Clethra alnifolia 'Pink Spires'

$39.99 CAD

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Pink Summersweet is a standout landscape shrub prized for fragrance and pollinator appeal, with pink foliage and standout texture that instantly elevates the look of the landscape. It makes an excellent choice for foundation plantings, mixed borders, and landscape beds, bringing polished texture and reliable performance to traditional and modern garden styles alike. Gardeners love it for sweet fragrance, making it a dependable option for mixed borders and landscape beds with very little fuss. Easy to grow in partial shade, it adds extra value by welcoming pollinators while keeping maintenance refreshingly simple. Whether used as a focal point or planted in groups, it helps the garden look full, finished, and thoughtfully designed.

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Latin Name: Clethra alnifolia 'Pink Spires'

Common Name: Pink Summersweet

Bloom Period: Summer

Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Part Shade

Pruning:Late Winter/Early Spring

Watering:Approx. 1-2 times per week

Growth Rate: Medium

Hardiness Zone: 4

Current Size: Various

Mature Height: <6 feet

Mature Width: 4 ft

Highlights:

Fragrant Pink Blooms: The Pink Summersweet produces beautiful, fragrant pink flower spikes that bloom in mid to late summer. The flowers are a favorite of pollinators, including butterflies and bees.
Tolerant of Moist Soils: This shrub is tolerant of wet or poorly drained soils, making it an excellent choice for planting near water features or in low-lying areas of the garden.
Low-Maintenance: The Pink Summersweet is a relatively low-maintenance shrub that is easy to grow and care for. It is resistant to pests and diseases and does not require pruning, except to remove dead or damaged wood.

Planting Guide

Prepare an appropriate hole
Choose a pot that is 1-2 times larger than the current pot, ensuring there is adequent drainage to prevent waterlogging roots. Plan on repotting every 3-5 years.
Use fertile soil
Choose soil rich in nutrients and with good drainage to support root growth.
Plant at the correct depth
Plant at the same depth as in the pot, keeping the top of the root ball level with the soil.

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Upon arrival
Plants may not be in full bloom, allow for a few weeks from planting for blooms to flourish