Witch-Alder
Fothergilla Major
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.
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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