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Clethra
‘Sixteen Candles’
at Digging Dog
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Clethra ‘Sixteen Candles’ 
Just like candles on a birthday cake, the larger, more upright flowers of this superlative Michael Dirr
selection are a splendid sight. A glossy late spring flush of tooth-edged leafage in emerald hues sets the stage for the abundant creamy white flowers. Made even more dazzling by their spiced-honey scent, the 6 in. long blooms form nearly horizontal, close-knit cylindrical spires.
In autumn, foliage matures to a pleasing yellow. Strongly vertical, slightly downy brown branches and persistent seed spikes etch winter’s somber landscape. With a compact mounding habit, this Clethra offers a winsome presence in small spaces, and is a choice feature for a patio pot. Give this easy-to-grow shrub moist, slightly acidic soil and, where summers are hot and dry, shade each afternoon.
Blooms late June–July. Size: 2-1/2' high x 3' wide; hardy to zone 4. AVAILABLE APRIL 2008 Clethra Sixteen Candles (S-0585)
Each $9.00
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