You can count on Fothergilla gardenii for multi-season interest in a compact deciduous shrub. In early spring, it produces fragrant, bottlebrush-like white flowers before or as the leaves emerge, bringing a clean, bright look to foundation plantings and mixed borders. Through summer, the blue-green foliage stays neat and dense, then shifts to a fiery mix of red, orange, and yellow in fall for a long-lasting finale.

Give it rich, organic, slightly acidic soil that drains well and stays evenly moist, especially during establishment. It performs in full sun to part shade; more sun typically brings stronger flowering and fall color, while some afternoon shade can help in hotter sites. Mulch over the root zone to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures, and water during dry spells. Prune only as needed right after flowering to maintain its rounded form. Use it as a specimen, in mass, or as a small, informal hedge where you want fragrance in spring and bold color in autumn.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-8 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Mature height: 36-48"
• Spread: 36-48"
• Tolerant of: Drought
• Fragrant: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes

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