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Blue Mist Dwarf Forthergilla

Fothergilla Gardenii 'Blue Mist'

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Overview

The Blue Mist Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Blue Mist') is a compact deciduous shrub, gracing landscapes with a height and spread of approximately 2-3 feet. Renowned for its striking blue-green foliage, it dazzles in spring with fragrant, white, bottlebrush flowers. This low-maintenance, slow-growing plant offers stunning fall colors, transitioning through shades of yellow, orange, and red. Ideal for small yards, it thrives in partial to full sun and well-drained soil. Zones 5-9.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Blue Mist Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii 'Blue Mist') — The Blue Mist Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Blue Mist') is a compact deciduous

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

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

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Hamamelidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Blue Mist Dwarf Forthergilla (Fothergilla Gardenii 'Blue Mist') — The Blue Mist Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Blue Mist') is a compact deciduous

Photograph: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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