Clethra alnifolia Sixteen Candles 3 Litre Potted Plant x 1

Robert Dyas £25.99 Go to Robert Dyas First seen in Sep 2024
Description
Transform your garden with Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles', a compact and charming variety of Common White Alder, also known as Sweet Pepperbush. This hardy perennial is perfect for smaller spaces, such as courtyards and urban gardens, where its bushy, rounded form reaches a manageable height and spread of approximately 1 meter. The highlight of this plant is its striking white flower spikes, resembling candle flames, which emit a delightful clove-like fragrance throughout late summer. These long-lasting blooms not only add visual appeal but also attract a plethora of butterflies and other beneficial pollinators to your garden.'Sixteen Candles' thrives in shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for gardens with limited sunlight. As autumn approaches, the glossy, toothed leaves of this shrub take on brilliant yellow hues, adding a final burst of colour before winter sets in. Whether planted as a standalone feature or grouped together in a lime-free border, Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles' promises a profusion of elegant blooms and vibrant foliage, ensuring a visually captivating display season after season. How to Grow: Light: Thrives in partial shade to full sun; tolerates shade well. Temperature: Hardy and suitable for various climates. Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Feeding: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring for optimal growth. Humidity: Prefers average humidity levels; mist occasionally in dry conditions. Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g., deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied. Features: Compact size ideal for small gardens and courtyards Long, fragrant flower spikes up to 15cm in length Abundant flowering even in shaded areas Attracts beneficial pollinators, especially butterflies Specifications: Colour: Green-brown Model Number: KF3137
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