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Shrubs · MCH exam plant
Summersweet
Clethra alnifolia
KLETH-ra al-nih-FOH-lee-a
Native to New England
Shrub
Key ID features
Fragrant white/pink bottlebrush flowers in summer, yellow fall, wet soil OK, native
| Botanical name | Clethra alnifolia |
|---|---|
| Family | Clethraceae |
| Genus | Clethra |
| Category | Shrubs |
| USDA hardiness zones | 3a–9a |
| Sun | Part Sun |
| Water | High |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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