Ruby Spice Summersweet

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Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice', a delightful variety of Summersweet or Sweet Pepper Bush, is a compact and charming deciduous shrub tailored for smaller garden spaces. It stands out with its fragrant, spiky clusters of ruby-pink blossoms during the summer months. These striking flowers not only captivate the eye but also entice pollinators like bees and butterflies. With a modest height of 2 to 3 feet and a similar spread, it is ideally suited for borders, small gardens, or even container planting. 'Ruby Spice' adds both aesthetic and ecological value to outdoor spaces, and in the fall, its foliage takes on vibrant shades of yellow, offering seasonal interest. This versatile and visually appealing shrub can make a delightful addition to a variety of garden styles and sizes.
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    Product Details
    Botanical Name Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'
    Common Name Ruby Spice Summersweet
    Family Clethraceae
    Foliage Type Deciduous
    Mature Height 3 - 5 ft.
    Mature Width 3 - 5 ft.
    Preferred Zones Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
    Bloom Time July - August
    Bloom Type Pink Flower
    Preferred Soil Type Widely Adaptable
    Sun Exposure Full / Part Sun
    Growth Rate Medium
    Drought Tolerance Medium
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