| 1–3 | — | $46.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 4-9 | 5% off | $43.70 ea |
| 10-19 | 10% off | $41.40 ea |
| 20+ | 15% off | $39.10 ea |
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Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'
Choose Hummingbird Summersweet for a compact native shrub with fragrant summer flowers in moist beds. The tradeoff: it is not your plant for dry soil or winter screening.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The flower fragrance and late-season bloom are the main show, but the plant is quieter after flowering. |
| Growth Rate | B+ | It fills in at a useful pace when the root zone stays evenly moist. |
| Maintenance | A- | It usually needs little shaping beyond removing dead wood or keeping the base from getting crowded. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this alone, though hungry deer may sample it where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | A | Its compact, bushy habit works well where larger native shrubs would crowd a walkway or foundation. |
| Screening Value | D | It is deciduous and compact, so it should not be counted on for privacy. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Hummingbird Summersweet where the soil is not bone-dry and the customer wants fragrance, pollinators, and a native shrub that stays manageable.
| Mature Height | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 4 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9a |
| Spacing | 3.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to wet |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, suckering |
Yes, the white summer flowers have a noticeable sweet fragrance.
Yes, it is a good fit for rain garden edges and moisture-holding beds.
No, it drops its leaves in fall and should not be used as a winter screen.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31108
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Bought 8-10 ft and all were barely 8 if you count the container. Trees are thin and lots of brown branches and broken branches due you thrown in box truck no wrapping or anything. Hoping they survive and thicken up quick…
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
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Guys installed for me as well
Great job
Huge selection and fast delivery. All plants arrived in great condition.
Great prices and Unbelievable selection of big and small trees, shrubs, and flowering perennials! Nicest folks to work with. And local delivery is awesome! First time purchasing from this company, , and have already told friends, neighbors and family. The owner Chris is professional, knowledgeable, and yet laid back in a most friendly way. Mags in the office will help with any details. My all time BEST garden purchase EVER!
