clethra
Clethra pringlei
USDA zones8 to 10
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size8 to 12 feet tall4 to 7 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- White
Garden uses
Notes
Clethra (Clethra pringlei) is a shrub for hedges. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average moisture. It grows 8 to 12 feet tall and 4 to 7 feet wide, so give it room. White, fragrant flowers open from early to late summer.
Pairs well with Privet, Oleander, Labyrinth dahlia, and Lemongrass.
Native range
Mexico.