Count on Fothergilla × intermedia 'Legend of the Small®' to give you big seasonal interest in a small space. This compact bottlebrush fothergilla stays neatly mounded and is easy to place in mixed borders, foundation plantings, and low hedges where you want reliable spring bloom and standout fall color.
In spring, you will see distinctive bottlebrush-shaped clusters of white flowers with a pleasant fragrance. Through summer, the tidy foliage creates a clean, refined look, then shifts to an eye-catching mix of yellow, orange, and red tones as temperatures cool. Mature size is about 24-30 inches tall, making it a great option when you want color without a large footprint.
For best performance, plant in full sun to part shade. You will get the strongest flowering and fall display with at least some daily sun. Provide moist, well-drained soil and water during dry spells while the plant establishes. Once settled, it is a low-maintenance shrub that needs only light shaping or occasional removal of older stems as needed.