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Clethra barbinervis /White Alder, Japanese Clethra
Summer growth just before flowering
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Summer growth just before flowering
Foliage with emerging flower buds
Upright habit of growth as a small tree
Summer flowering
Mature tree at peak of flowering
Dark green foliage and white flowers
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Scientific Name:
Clethra barbinervis
Common Name:
White Alder, Japanese Clethra
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8
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Height:
15-20 feet
Spread:
10 - 15 feet
Bloom time:
Summer
Flower color:
White
Light Exposure:
Part Sun, Morning sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Medium
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
The fragrant, white flowers attract butterflies and its polished, gray-brown exfoliating bark are attractions of this plant from Japan. Very attractive foliage. Produces attractive autumn color.