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Clethra macrophylla/Mexican Clethra
Remnants of flowers in late summer on this large shrub in a woodland setting
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Remnants of flowers in late summer on this large shrub in a woodland setting
Close-up of floral units
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Scientific Name:
Clethra macrophylla
Common Name:
Mexican Clethra
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
7, 8, 9
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Height:
5-8 feet
Spread:
5 - 10 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
White
Fruit present:
Fall
Fruit color:
Brown
Light Exposure:
Part Sun, Filtered Shade, Morning sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This is a little known clethra that produces an abundance of flowers in early summer and has interesting autumn foliage color. Well adapted for naturalistic sites. Good understory species.