Summersweet 'Ruby Spice'
Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
Ruby Spice is a unique summersweet variety with pale pink blooms instead of the typical white. The flowers are fragrant and bloom for 4-6 weeks starting in mid-to-late summer. Though a larger variety, it is still more compact than the species.
Summersweet grows best in full to part sun with moist to wet, slightly acidic soil. They aren't particularly fussy about soil type as long as it doesn't dry out.
Seasonal Availability: Typically available May through September, depending on suppliers availability.
Characteristics
Size: 4'-6' tall, 3'-5' wide
Flowering, Bee-Friendly, Fragrant, Good for Wet Soil, and Butterfly-Friendly
Care
Full sun outdoors (6-8+ hours of direct sun) and Part shade outdoors (4 hours of direct sun)
Water every 1-3 days for first year until established (based on outdoor temperature & plant's water consumption).
Increase watering in the heat of summer and watch for wilting or browning as signs to increase watering frequency.
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