Summersweet 'Sixteen Candles'
Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles'
Sixteen Candles is a summersweet variety with spikes of pure white, fragrant flowers in mid-to-late summer. Compared to other varieties, Sixteen Candles has very upright, candle-like flowers. The long bloom period (4-6 weeks) and fragrance makes this a great addition to any garden.
Summersweet grows best in full to part sun with moist to wet, someone acidic soil. They aren't particularly fussy on soil type as long as the soil doesn't dry out.
Seasonal Availability: Typically available May through September, depending on suppliers availability.
Characteristics
Size: 4'-5' tall, 2'-3' 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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