Folk name: Schijnels
Plant height: approx. 1.50 to 2 m
Deciduous: Yes
Hardy: Good
Description: The Clethra contains dark green leaves with white flowers. These flowers emit a strong sweet fragrance.
Pruning: Do not prune
Flowering time: The plant flowers from July to September
Pitch:
You can place the plant in both sun and semi-shade
Care:
Before planting, soak the pot in a bucket of water for 10 minutes. Clethra grows best when its roots are in the shade.
History:
The Clethra is native to eastern North America.
Significance:
Clethra is a Latin translation of an ancient Greek tree name. 'Klethra' stands for alder.
