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Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina' - Crystalina Summersweet

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Clethra alnifolia 'Crystalina' is a landscaping gem that brings a bouquet of benefits to any garden. Renowned for its compact shape, the Crystalina Summersweet grows comfortably within 3-4 feet in both height and width, making it a fitting choice for limited space gardens, borders, or mass plantings. Vibrant, fragrant white blossoms emerge in the warmth of the summer, filling the air with an intoxicating scent and serving as a lively beacon for butterflies and hummingbirds. Its foliage, a captivating dark green in summer, transitions to a striking yellow in fall, ensuring your garden remains a spectacle across the seasons. Besides its obvious aesthetic allure, this North American native is also adaptable, tolerant of varying soil conditions, and poses a resilient stance against both deer and rabbits. Whether exposed in full sun or nestled in partial shade, the Crystalina Summersweet thrives with moderate water usage, making it a practical, low-maintenance addition to your landscape.

  • Size: Up to 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Fragrant white blooms in summer
  • Foliage: Dark green leaves, transitioning to yellow in the fall
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Wildlife: Attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds
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