Clethra alnifolia, commonly referred to as Sweet Pepperbush or Summersweet, is one of my favorite flowering shrubs. The fragrant flower spikes are in full bloom here in Maine and are intoxicating! This is a great shrub to use in shade to part-shade gardens and is available in white or pink shades. The common variety can grow to 6 feet, while there are a few compact varieties for smaller spaces that get to about 3 feet. Most varieties prefer moist soils and blooms last for about three weeks.
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