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Clethra alnifolia 'Rosea'

Family Clethraceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 1.5 - 2.4 m (5 - 8 ft)
Spread 1.5 - 2.4 m (5 - 8 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description Clethra alnifolia 'Rosea' (coastal sweet pepper bush) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during mid summer. This shrub is upright and has medium green foliage that is glossy and medium textured. The bark is smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Border, hedge, foundation and screening.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Clethra alnifolia 'Rosea' . Clethra alnifolia 'Rosea' is tolerant of salt.