{"product_id":"clethra-alnifolia-hummingbird","title":"Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact native shrub valued for its fragrant white flower spikes that bloom in midsummer when few other shrubs are in flower. Its dense habit and glossy green foliage make it an excellent choice for smaller landscapes while providing strong seasonal interest and reliable pollinator activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 - 36 in x 24 - 36 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Part sun to shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist acidic well drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is native to the eastern United States and is commonly found in moist woodlands and along streambanks where it supports local ecosystems and pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts Swallowtails, Monarchs, and other nectar seeking butterflies during its midsummer bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to native bees, bumblebees, and honeybees which forage for nectar from the fragrant flower spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws in hummingbirds which visit the blooms for nectar during the peak flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 24 - 36 in apart to allow for its dense mounded habit to develop fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for foundation plantings, woodland gardens, and along wet edges where its compact size and fragrant blooms can be appreciated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItea virginica 'Little Henry' (Sweetspire)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides complementary native structure and strong fall color in similar moisture conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea arborescens 'Annabelle' (Smooth Hydrangea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds bold summer blooms that contrast with the upright flower spikes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFothergilla gardenii (Dwarf Fothergilla)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Offers spring flowers and exceptional fall color to extend seasonal interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarex pensylvanica (Pennsylvania Sedge)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Forms a soft ground layer that works well beneath shrubs in part shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOsmunda cinnamomea (Cinnamon Fern)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Brings height and texture to moist woodland plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":45947847704737,"sku":"CLETHRA ALNIFOLIA HUMMINGBIRD","price":34.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/clethhumm.jpg?v=1586523038","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/clethra-alnifolia-hummingbird","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}