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FOTHERGILLA gardenii
Commonly known as American witch hazel, Dwarf witch alder
White bottlebrush-like flowers and excellent autumn colour
Further Reading....
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Deciduousdark-green leaves to 6cm (2½in) long with toothed margins.
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Height1m (39in) -
Spread1m (39in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Dense, bushy shrub with autumn colours of bright red, orange and yellow. Small flowers with filaments 2.5 (1in) long appear before the leaves
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Full sunFor more flowers and better autumn colour. -
Partial shade
FOTHERGILLA gardenii
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesNone
Place of originSoutheastern USA.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus. -
Flower ShapeSpikesCylindrical, terminal spikes to 4cm (1½in) long
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Ovate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
RHS group 1 -
Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Fothergilla - Growing Guide
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