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Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
Hummingbird Summersweet
![Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' Hummingbird Summersweet from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-1292.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Profuse fragrant white flowers
- Foliage adds fall interest
- Selection of a native plant
![Fragrant](image/chars/char-25.png)
Fragrant
![Native](image/chars/char-45.png)
Native
![Water's Edge / Bog Plant](image/chars/char-113.png)
Water's Edge / Bog Plant
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Full Shade](image/chars/char-3.png)
Full Shade
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Tolerates moist or shady conditions
Dense compact selection
Height: 3-4 ft
Spread: 3-4 ft
Price Level 1: $49.99~#3
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Fragrant
- Native
- Water's Edge / Bog Plant
- Naturalizing
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Full Shade
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Summer
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Wet Soil/Wetlands
- Moist, Well-Drained