- Clethra alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’ is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its highly fragrant, bottlebrush-like pink flowers in mid to late summer
- Its compact, upright habit makes it perfect for small gardens, borders, and container planting
- Flowers are rich in nectar, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds (where climate allows)
- Autumn foliage turns shades of yellow, orange, and red, adding multi-seasonal interest
- Low maintenance, hardy, and tolerant of moist soils, making it ideal for UK conditions
- Perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens, cottage gardens, and mixed shrub borders
What you need to know:
- 1 x Clethra alnifolia ‘Hummingbird’
- Height: Up to 150cm
- Spread: Up to 120cm
- Plant type: Deciduous shrub
- Soil type: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates heavier soils
- Flower colour: Pink
- Sun level: Full sun to partial shade
- Position: Borders, cottage gardens, mixed shrub borders, and wildlife-friendly planting
- Flowering month: July, August, September
