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    CLETHRA tomentosa 'Cottondale'
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© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. CLETHRA alnifolia 'Ruby Spice' and CLETHRA tomentosa 'Cottondale'
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    CLETHRA tomentosa 'Cottondale'

    Commonly known as Summer sweet, Sweet pepper bush, White alder

    US species with long tapering racemes of flowers. Suckers are produced from the base of the plant to create a spreading clump
     
    Plant Details
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Trouble free
    • Place of origin
      USA. Garden origin
    • Deciduous
      glossy, dark green leaves 8-10cm (3-4in) long turning yellow in autumn
    • White
    • Bell/Lantern
      Bell-shaped flowers to 1cm (½in) across
    • Racemes
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrulate
    • Lanceolate
    • Oblong
    • Height
      2m (6½ft)
    • Spread
      2m (6½ft)
    • Hardy - average winter
      Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
    • Scented flowers
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Pruning group
      Pruning group 1
      Suitable 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.

    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Partial shade
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    These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen. Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
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    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
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    £6.00
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