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Other cultivars/species:
‘Jane Platt’
is a smaller variety that holds its fall color a little
longer than other types. The leaves on ‘Blue Mist’ have a
nice blue-green color, although the fall color is not as
spectacular. ‘Mt. Airy’ grows in a more upright habit, and
reaches 3-5 feet in height. |
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Extra notes
and interesting information:
Brilliant fall color that lasts late into the season.
Great as a foundation plant. Also useful for shrub or perennial
boarders.
Combines well with azaleas or rhododendrons.
The
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Gold Medal was awarded to
both the species and its cultivar, ‘Blue Mist’. |
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References:
Brenzel,
Kathleen Norris, Ed. 1995. Sunset Western Garden Book, 40th
Anniversary ed. Sunset Publishing Corporation, Menlo Park, CA.
Dirr,
Michael A. 1997. Dirr’s Hardy Trees and Shrubs. Timber Press,
Portland, OR.
Poor, Janet Meakin and Nancy Peterson Brewster.
1996. Plants That Merit Attention Vol. II, Shrubs. Timber
Press, Portland, OR
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at
a glance:
Common Name:
Dwarf Fothergilla
Plant type:
Deciduous shrub
Family:
Hamamelidaceae
Height/Spread:
2 to 3 feet high, 2 to 3 feet spread. Grows slowly in a compact
mounding style.
Leaves:
1-2” oblong leaves
are edged with several teeth
Flower:
Fragrant, white, bottle-brush like flowers are usually 1-2” long.
Bloom Period:
April and May, before the leaves develop
Disease/pests: No
significant problems
Conditions:
Although a very
adaptable plant, Fothergilla gardenii does best in acidic,
moist, well-drained soil with high organic content. Full sun to part
shade.
Natural Range:
Southeastern United
States
Hardiness:
USDA 5-8
Location:
Ground Cover Garden, south of entrance stairs. |
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