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Dwarf Fothergilla

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Valuable plant used for hedges and borders. Attractive in 3 seasons; fragrant showy spring flowers, green leaves in summer and brilliant yellow, red, orange fall color. Low, dense, bushy shrub.

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  • Full Sun, Partial Sun

  • Moderate

  • Height
    3—5 feet

  • Spread
    2—4 feet

Availability: Out of stock



Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

Brand Monrovia
Botanical Name Fothergilla gardenii
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Subtype DECIDUOUS FALL/WINTER INTEREST
Foliage Color Blue-green
Light Needs Full Sun, Partial Sun
Water Needs Moderate
USDA Cold Hardiness Zones 5 - 9
Height 3—5 feet
Spread 2—4 feet
Habit Round, Round
Special Uses Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Easy Care, Fall Color, Fragrant, Naturalizes Well, North American Native, Showy Flowers, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Tolerates Wet Soils, Year-Round Interest
Landscape Uses Border, Seacoast Exposure
Flower Color White
Bloom Time Spring

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