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Shrubs · MCH exam plant
Fothergilla
Fothergilla gardenii
foth-er-GIL-a gar-DEN-ee-eye
Native to New England
Shrub
Key ID features
White bottlebrush flowers before leaves, brilliant orange-red-yellow fall, native
| Botanical name | Fothergilla gardenii |
|---|---|
| Family | Hamamelidaceae |
| Genus | Fothergilla |
| Category | Shrubs |
| USDA hardiness zones | 5a–8b |
| Sun | Part Sun |
| Water | Moderate |
| Native to New England | Yes |
| Salt tolerant | No |
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