Clethra Ruby Spice
The Clethra Ruby Spice, also known as Summersweet, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its fragrant, pink flower spikes that bloom in late summer, attracting a variety of pollinators. This deer-resistant shrub offers multi-season interest with its glossy green foliage that transforms into a striking golden-yellow in the fall. It thrives in moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate partial to full shade, making it a versatile choice for borders, rain gardens, and woodland settings. Its adaptable nature and attractive blooms make it a valuable addition to any garden landscape.
$32.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2302
/ 2688
#2302 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-16%
Below average
Hardiness Zone
49
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Who it's for
- Fragrant Pink Blooms
- Shade and Wet Soil Tolerant
- Attracts Pollinators
Who should skip it
- Suckering Habit
- Deciduous in Winter
- Specific Soil pH Preference
Key Specs
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Mature Height
3 to 6 Feet
Mature Width
4 to 6 Feet
Classification
Broad leaved flowering shrub, Mid to Late Summer Flowering
Sunlight
Full sun to part shade
Habit
Densely branched
Flower Color
Fragrant pink spikes
Soil Condition
Any well drained soil
Features
- Fragrant pink flower spikes bloom in late summer
- Attracts pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
- Deer-resistant
- Foliage turns golden-yellow in fall
- Adaptable to various soil and light conditions
- Suitable for borders, rain gardens, and woodland settings
- Low maintenance
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Clethra Ruby Spice upon delivery. Many reviewers highlight the plants arriving healthy, well packaged, and ready to thrive. This robust initial condition contributes significantly to an easy establishment in various garden settings. Gardeners frequently report successful growth and beautiful blooms, underscoring the plant's hardiness and the positive experience from purchase to flourishing in the landscape. The overall sentiment reflects high satisfaction with the plant's vitality and straightforward cultivation.
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