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Posted 11/06/2022 in Shrub

Clethra tomentosa 'Cottondale'

A spreading, suckering large deciduous shrub, Clethra tomentosa 'Cottondale' features large drooping panicles of small white flowers. Lance-shaped, hairy leaves are blue-green on top and light green on the bottom. Flowers are attractive to butterflies and bees.

Post Details

Latin Name
Clethra tomentosa 'Cottondale'
Common Name
Woolly White Adler
Planting Zone
Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Special Interest
Attracts Butterflies
Bloom Season
Summer
Height
3-6 ft
Spread
3-6 ft
Potential Pests
No serious problems

Plant Story

A spreading, suckering large deciduous shrub, Clethra tomentosa 'Cottondale' features large drooping panicles of small white flowers. Lance-shaped, hairy leaves are blue-green on top and light green on the bottom. Flowers are attractive to butterflies and bees.

Special Care Instructions

Prune in late winter. Tolerates clay soil. Don't allow soils to dry out. Remove root suckers.

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