| 1–3 | — | $99.00 ea |
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| 4-9 | 5% off | $94.05 ea |
| 10-15 | 15% off | $84.15 ea |
| 16-23 | 25% off | $74.25 ea |
| 24+ | 35% off | $64.35 ea |
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Clethra alnifolia ‘Caleb’
Choose Vanilla Spice® Summersweet if you want fragrant summer flowers for a moist spot; the tradeoff is that it is not the neatest choice for tight, formal foundation rows.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | B+ | The white flower spikes and fragrance carry well in summer, especially near patios, paths, or entries. |
| Growth Rate | B | It fills in at a steady pace but will not give instant mass the first season. |
| Maintenance | B+ | Pruning is usually light, mainly removing stray stems or shaping after bloom if needed. |
| Deer Resistance | B+ | Deer tend to leave this alone, though hungry deer may sample it where pressure is heavy. |
| Small Space Fit | B- | It can work in smaller beds if given breathing room, but it is not a tight little edging plant. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It adds summer bulk and foliage but drops leaves and should not be counted on for privacy. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this for moist, partly shaded beds where customers want fragrance, native value, and pollinator activity without fussing over a formal shape.
| Mature Height | 4.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 4 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-9a |
| Spacing | 4.5 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, suckering |
No, but it does best with consistent moisture and struggles in dry spots.
Yes, though more sun usually means heavier flowering if moisture is available.
Yes, that is one of the better uses because the fragrance is noticeable up close.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31283
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They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
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!
