CLETHRA ALN RUBY SPICE ACORN FARMS
RUBY SPICE SUMMERSWEET

CLETHRA ALN RUBY SPICE

Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
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RUBY SPICE SUMMERSWEET

Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice is commonly referred to as Ruby Spice Summersweet or Ruby Spice Sweet Pepperbush. It is a densely branched, deciduous shrub with serrated, glossy dark green foliage that turns glowing yellow in fall, and very fragrant rose-pink flower bottlebrush-like flower spikes that attract butterflies, bees and beneficial pollinators. Brown seed capsules follow flowers into fall and persist through winter.

Ruby Spice Summersweet enjoys full sun to part shade with acidic, moist, fertile soils. It can bloom in shade, but do not let the soil dry out. It is ideal for woodland areas, along streams and ponds and other naturalized, low-lying areas that stay moist.
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PLANT SIZE TYPE GALENA ADD'L DIG SOON
CLETHRA ALN RUBY SPICEcon 31416000
CLETHRA ALN RUBY SPICEcon 530000

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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.

(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)



Planting Tips ⓘ

To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and promote healthy growth.




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