Coastal Pepperbush (Clethra alnifolia)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best flowering in full sun
• Tolerates shade, especially in moist environments

Bloom Time:

• Mid to late summer
• Fragrant, white or pink flower spikes

Size:

Height: 3 to 8 feet
Width: 4 to 6 feet

Attributes:

• Fragrant, late-summer blooms
• Attracts pollinators and supports native wildlife
• Glossy green leaves with golden-yellow fall color
• Tolerant of wet soils and salt spray
• Native to the eastern U.S., especially coastal regions

Care Tips:

• Prefers moist, acidic, well-drained soil
• Tolerates clay and sandy soils
• Water regularly during establishment
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Prune in late winter or early spring to shape or rejuvenate

Pest Watch:

• Generally pest- and disease-resistant
• Monitor for leaf spot or mildew in humid conditions