Summer - Sweet

Summersweet ( Clethra alnifolia ), also known as , is a versatile native shrub prized for its intense, spicy fragrance and late-summer blooms. It typically grows between 4 to 8 feet tall and is one of the few flowering shrubs that thrives in heavy shade and wet soil, making it a problem-solver for difficult garden spots. Key Characteristics

: Produces 3- to 6-inch upright spikes of white or pink flowers from mid to late summer, a time when most other shrubs have finished blooming. summer sweet

: Performs well in anything from full sun to full shade . Afternoon shade is often preferred in hotter climates. Summersweet ( Clethra alnifolia ), also known as

: Experts at Hawk's Landscape suggest using an acidic liquid fertilizer (like Miracid) 3–4 times per year, typically from April through mid-July. : Performs well in anything from full sun to full shade

: Beyond summer flowers, its dark green foliage turns a striking golden yellow in autumn.

: Notably resistant to deer, rabbits, and most common garden pests. Growing Conditions

: Its "honey and clove" scent is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.