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Sweet Pepperbush - #3 Pot - American Beauties Native Plant

Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)Mature Height 5 - 7 FeetMature Spread 5 - 7 FeetGrowing Zones 3 - 8Sweet Pepperbush, Summer Sweet, or Clethra Alnifolia, is a chalice-shaped deciduous shrub. During the early to mid-summer blooming season, each branch tip of the Sweet Pepperbush bears floriferous, bottle-b…

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Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)Mature Height 5 - 7 FeetMature Spread 5 - 7 FeetGrowing Zones 3 - 8Sweet Pepperbush, Summer Sweet, or Clethra Alnifolia, is a chalice-shaped deciduous shrub. During the early to mid-summer blooming season, each branch tip of the Sweet Pepperbush bears floriferous, bottle-brush spires of tiny white flowers that have an intoxicating, spicy aroma. With a height of 5 to 7 feet and a spread of 5 to 6 feet, the Sweet Pepperbush offers seasonal interest with glossy, green, tooth-edged leaves appearing in late spring, turning vibrant yellow to golden-brown in the fall.Native to the eastern United States, the Sweet Pepperbush has vigorous, narrow branches that form a vertical pattern. The snow-white flowers of the Pepperbush are an important summer source of nectar to critical pollinators. Its botanical name means alder in Greek as the leaves look similar to the leaves of the alder tree. They are an excellent option for areas with dappled shade and excess moisture.Sweet Pepperbush CareThe Sweet Pepperbush performs best in partial sun, but can adapt to both full sun and partial shade. If you live in a hot climate, they will need some shade and additional water to survive. The best type of soil for your Sweet Pepperbush is organic, slightly acidic, and well-drained. It will need regular watering to thrive. To prune your Sweet Pepperbush, cut old wood from the base in the late winter or early spring before new growth begins. The Pepperbush is hardy and can survive an aggressive cut. Sweet Pepperbush SpacingThe Sweet Pepperbush should be spaced 4 to 6 apart at planting. They make a great single specimen accent, or you can plant it en masse as a foundation or shrub border. Pepperbush is a great option to grow close to a deck or patio where you can enjoy the spicy clove-like fragrance. It also looks great in a mixed shrub border.Sweet Pepperbush InformationUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8Plant Type: BushesLight Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)Mature Height: 5 - 7 FeetMature Spread: 5 - 6 FeetSpacing: 5 - 6 FeetHabit: MoundedFlower Color(s): WhiteFlower Description: Bloom Period: Foliage Type: DeciduousFoliage Color(s): GreenFoliage Description: Glossy Green, Yellow FallSeasonal Interest: Summer FloweringWatering: AverageResists: DeerTolerates: DroughtAttracts: Birds, HummingbirdsContainer Role: Uses: Borders, Wetland Areas & Ponds, Wildlife GardensFeatures: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North AmericaBrand: Common Name: Sweet PepperbushOther Name(s): Scientific Name: CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA | Shrubs > Flowering Shrubs American Beauties Native Plants 1001031-pc

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Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)Mature Height 5 - 7 FeetMature Spread 5 - 7 FeetGrowing Zones 3 - 8Sweet Pepperbush, Summer Sweet, or Clethra Alnifolia, is a chalice-shaped deciduous shrub. During the early to mid-summer blooming season, each branch tip of the Sweet Pepperbush bears floriferous, bottle-brush spires of tiny white flowers that have an intoxicating, spicy aroma. With a height of 5 to 7 feet and a spread of 5 to 6 feet, the Sweet Pepperbush offers seasonal interest with glossy, green, tooth-edged leaves appearing in late spring, turning vibrant yellow to golden-brown in the fall.Native to the eastern United States, the Sweet Pepperbush has vigorous, narrow branches that form a vertical pattern. The snow-white flowers of the Pepperbush are an important summer source of nectar to critical pollinators. Its botanical name means alder in Greek as the leaves look similar to the leaves of the alder tree. They are an excellent option for areas with dappled shade and excess moisture.Sweet Pepperbush CareThe Sweet Pepperbush performs best in partial sun, but can adapt to both full sun and partial shade. If you live in a hot climate, they will need some shade and additional water to survive. The best type of soil for your Sweet Pepperbush is organic, slightly acidic, and well-drained. It will need regular watering to thrive. To prune your Sweet Pepperbush, cut old wood from the base in the late winter or early spring before new growth begins. The Pepperbush is hardy and can survive an aggressive cut. Sweet Pepperbush SpacingThe Sweet Pepperbush should be spaced 4 to 6 apart at planting. They make a great single specimen accent, or you can plant it en masse as a foundation or shrub border. Pepperbush is a great option to grow close to a deck or patio where you can enjoy the spicy clove-like fragrance. It also looks great in a mixed shrub border.Sweet Pepperbush InformationUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8Plant Type: BushesLight Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)Mature Height: 5 - 7 FeetMature Spread: 5 - 6 FeetSpacing: 5 - 6 FeetHabit: MoundedFlower Color(s): WhiteFlower Description: Bloom Period: Foliage Type: DeciduousFoliage Color(s): GreenFoliage Description: Glossy Green, Yellow FallSeasonal Interest: Summer FloweringWatering: AverageResists: DeerTolerates: DroughtAttracts: Birds, HummingbirdsContainer Role: Uses: Borders, Wetland Areas & Ponds, Wildlife GardensFeatures: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North AmericaBrand: Common Name: Sweet PepperbushOther Name(s): Scientific Name: CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA | Shrubs > Flowering Shrubs American Beauties Native Plants 1001031-pc

Specifications

Height	5 - 7 Feet
Water Requirements	Average
Spread	5 - 6 Feet
Usda Hardiness Zone	3 - 8
Resists	Deer
Common Name	Sweet Pepperbush
Foliage Description	Glossy Green, Yellow Fall
Foliage Color(s)	Green
Seasonal Interest	Summer Flowering
Attracts	Birds, Hummingbirds
Foliage Type	Deciduous
Flower Color(s)	White
Light Exposure	Full Shade To Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Uses	Borders, Wetland Areas & Ponds, Wildlife Gardens
Scientific Name	Clethra Alnifolia
Habit	Mounded
Tolerates	Drought
Plant Type	Bushes