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Witch-Alder

Fothergilla Major

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Overview

Fothergilla major, or Witch-Alder, is a deciduous shrub native to the Southeastern US, adding multi-season interest with its fragrant, bottlebrush-like flowers spanning 1-3 inches in spring. This upright grower reaches a mature size of 6-10 feet tall and wide, featuring summer green foliage transforming to stunning shades of yellow, orange, and red in fall. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained acidic soil. USDA zones 5-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — shrub for full or half; where its seasonal changes can be fully appreciated by the discerning gardener

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.
Mature width
6–10 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Hamamelidaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Photos (79)

Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — featuring summer green foliage transforming to stunning shades of yellow
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — appear before the foliage in April to May
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — This upright grower reaches a mature size of 6-10 feet tall and wide
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 8, making it suitable for a variety of landscapes; this North American native
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — making it a splendid addition to any temperate landscape design; witch-Alder garners attention with its profusion, image 57
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained acidic soil; appear before the foliage in April to May, image 54
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — white flowers in the garden; commonly referred to as Witch-Alder or Large Fothergilla
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — where its seasonal changes can be fully appreciated by the discerning gardener
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — around 1 to 3 inches in length
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — adding multi-season interest with its fragrant; suggesting a naturally rounded and mounded form.<br><br>In the, image 50
Witch-Alder (Fothergilla Major) — setting a striking contrast against the bare branches
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