Einstein Summersweet Clethra (Clethra alnifolia ‘Einstein’)
Fragrant Creamy-White Blooms for Damp and Pollinator-Friendly Gardens
Einstein Summersweet Clethra is a deciduous flowering shrub producing fragrant, creamy-white flower spikes in late summer. It thrives in moist to wet soils and is perfect for woodland edges, borders, or naturalized plantings.
Its flowers attract bees, butterflies, and pollinators, making it both beautiful and ecologically valuable.
- � Fragrant, creamy-white flower spikes
- � Pollinator-friendly: attracts bees & butterflies
- � Thrives in moist or wet soil
- � Mature Size: 3–5 ft. tall, 3–4 ft. wide
- � Great for borders, shady spots, and naturalized areas
- � Deciduous with seasonal interest
Note: A low-maintenance shrub that brings fragrance and pollinator activity to damp or shaded gardens.
Growing Zones: 3–9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 3–5 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 3–4 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Partial Sun to Shade |
| Botanical Name: | Clethra alnifolia ‘Einstein’ |
| Common Name: | Einstein Summersweet Clethra |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Type: | Deciduous Flowering Shrub |
| Bloom Time: | Late Summer |
FAQ’s
Is Einstein Summersweet fragrant
Yes! Its creamy-white flower spikes are highly fragrant and attract pollinators.
Can it grow in wet areas
Yes, it thrives in moist or even wet soils, making it ideal for damp garden spots.
How big does it get
It grows about 3–5 ft. tall and 3–4 ft. wide at maturity.
Does it attract wildlife
Yes, bees, butterflies, and pollinators love its fragrant blooms.
| Size |
Liner/Starter, 1 Gallon, 2 Gallon, 3 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 7 Gallon |
|---|---|
| Style |
Potted |
