| 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 'Sixteen Candles'
Choose Sixteen Candles Summersweet if you want a compact native shrub for a moist foundation bed with fragrant summer flowers. The tradeoff: it is not the best choice for dry, hot foundation strips or instant privacy.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The upright white flowers and fragrance give it strong summer value, but it is quieter when out of bloom. |
| Growth Rate | A- | It fills in at a useful pace when moisture is steady and the planting site is not too dry. |
| Maintenance | B+ | It needs little shaping, though dry sites may require watering to keep it looking good. |
| 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, upright habit makes it easier to place than many older summersweets. |
| Screening Value | D | It is deciduous and too compact to serve as a privacy screen. |
At PGNE, we’d typically recommend Sixteen Candles for moist beds near entries, patios, and pollinator areas where fragrance will be noticed, not for dry curbside strips or screening jobs.
| Mature Height | 3.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 2.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9b |
| Spacing | 3 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to wet |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, suckering |
No, but it performs best where the soil does not dry out hard.
Yes, the summer flowers are a strong draw for bees and other pollinators.
No, it drops its leaves in winter.
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SKU:PGNE-31249
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