CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA SUMMER SPARKLER™ EINSTEIN™ / SUMMER SPARKLER™ SUMMERSWEET

CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA SUMMER SPARKLER™ EINSTEIN™ / SUMMER SPARKLER™ SUMMERSWEET

A Unique, Fragrant Shrub with Elegant Arching White Blooms

Clethra alnifolia Summer Sparkler™ Einstein™ is an improved Summersweet variety featuring extra-long, arching white flower spikes that resemble cascading fireworks. Blooming in mid to late summer, this fragrant, pollinator-friendly shrub offers multi-season interest with its glossy green foliage and brilliant golden fall color. Its adaptable and low-maintenance nature makes it a standout choice for gardens of all sizes.

Why Choose Summer Sparkler™ Summersweet?

• Dramatic Arching Blooms: Extra-long flower spikes create a striking, elegant display in summer.
• Fragrant & Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds with its sweetly scented flowers.
• Late-Season Interest: Provides fresh color and fragrance when many other plants have finished blooming.
• Adaptable & Easy to Grow: Thrives in various soil conditions, including wet areas.

Key Features:

• Graceful, Cascading White Flowers: Long-lasting blooms add movement and texture to the landscape.
• Compact, Rounded Growth Habit: Stays neat and manageable with minimal pruning.
• Glossy Green Foliage: Turns a brilliant golden-yellow in fall, extending its seasonal appeal.
• Deer & Disease Resistant: Naturally repels deer and remains resistant to pests and diseases.

Specifications:

• Plant Size: Typically grows 4–5 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide.
• Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9, thriving in a range of climates.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade; best flowering occurs in more sunlight.
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates wet conditions and acidic soils.

Ideal Uses:

• Foundation Plantings: Adds beauty and fragrance near patios, walkways, and entryways.
• Pollinator & Wildlife Gardens: Supports beneficial insects and provides habitat for birds.
• Rain Gardens & Wet Areas: Thrives in damp soils, making it ideal for rain gardens and water’s edge plantings.
• Borders & Mixed Shrub Plantings: Complements other summer-blooming perennials and shrubs.

Clethra alnifolia Summer Sparkler™ Einstein™ is a striking, fragrant shrub that brings elegance and life to the late-season garden. With its cascading blooms, adaptability, and low-maintenance care, it’s a must-have for any landscape.