Dwarf Forthergilla

Fothergilla Gardenii

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Overview

Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii) is a deciduous shrub, featuring fragrant, bottlebrush-like, white blooms in spring. Reaching 2-3 feet tall and just as wide, it is a compact choice for small gardens. Notable for its superb fall foliage showing in hues of orange, red, and yellow. Thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil. Zones 5-8. Low maintenance, it offers multi-season interest.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–7Climate Temperate

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Notable for its superb fall foliage showing in hues of orange, red, and yellow

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Reaching 2-3 feet tall and just as wide, it is a compact choice for small gardens

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Notable for its superb fall foliage showing in hues of orange, red, and yellow

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — deciduous shrub that enhances the landscape with its multitude of seasonal interests

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Low maintenance, it offers multi-season interest

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — demonstrating a robust tolerance for different conditions

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 4–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 2–3 Ft.
Mature width: 3–4 Ft.

Classification

Family: Hamamelidaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii) is a deciduous shrub

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Reaching 2-3 feet tall and just as wide, it is a compact choice for small gardens

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Notable for its superb fall foliage showing in hues of orange, red, and yellow

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — deciduous shrub that enhances the landscape with its multitude of seasonal interests

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Thrives in part shade to full sun and prefers acidic, moist, well-drained soil

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Low maintenance, it offers multi-season interest

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — demonstrating a robust tolerance for different conditions

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — the Dwarf Fothergilla is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — slow-growing species typically reaches 2 to 3 feet in height with a similar spread

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — although it thrives best in moist

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — acidic soils with good drainage

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — bottlebrush-like white blooms which appear before the foliage

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — creating an eye-catching display against the bare branches

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — the Dwarf Fothergilla truly shines as its foliage transitions into a stunning display of yellows

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — adding a warm palette to the cooling landscape.<br><br>Maintenance-wise

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Fothergilla gardenii requires minimal pruning

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — primarily for shaping or removing any damaged wood

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — It's pest-resistant and generally free from serious disease problems

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — offering year-round interest from its spring blooms to its autumnal leaf display

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — Dwarf Fothergilla can serve as an exquisite foreground plant or be grouped for a striking mass planting

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — making it a readily manageable option for gardeners of all skill levels.<br><br>In a landscape design

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — shrub with white blooms

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — white flowers in the garden

Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii) — shrub for half or shade

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