Legend of the Fall® Bottlebrush (Fothergilla hybrid)
Legend of the Fall® Bottlebrush (Fothergilla hybrid)
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Legend of the Fall Bottlebrush has honey-scented white flowers in Spring and gorgeous red-orange fall foliage. It is one of the most shade tolerant landscape shrubs, thrives even in hot climates, and resists deer. This lovely native shrub lends an informal, natural charm anywhere it is planted. it prefers at least four hours of sun each day but can grow well in shadier conditions, however, it may not flower as prolifically and fall color may not be quite as brilliant in very deep shade. Plant in an area that has good drainage.
- 4-5 feet tall and wide at maturity
- Grow in zones 5-9
- Plant in part to full sun (4+ hours daily)
Our deciduous shrubs are entering their natural dormancy phase. As part of this process, foliage is turning colors, drying out, and falling off—this is completely normal! Shedding leaves helps the plants conserve energy and prepare for the next growing season. Rest assured, your shrubs will wake up and thrive again when it's time in your growing zone. Dormancy is how they prepare for a healthy, vibrant comeback as the seasons change!
Care: It can grow well in shadier conditions, however, it may not flower as prolifically and fall color may not be quite as brilliant in shade. It has an appealing natural habit and is not suited to be cut back or trimmed regularly. Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring.
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Shipping Info:
- Free shipping on orders $75+
- 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 inches tall at shipment
- Quart shrubs are 5-8 inches tall at shipment
- Varies on the season and plant
Features
- Fragrant
- Native to N. America
- Resists Deer
Characteristics
- Height: 48 - 60 In
- Spread: 48 - 60 In
- Habit: Upright
- Bloom Color: White
- Foliage Color: Green
- Bloom Time: Spring
- Plant Type: Shrub