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Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City'

Also Known As

  • Fothergilla 'Windy City'
  • Dwarf Witch Alder

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City' plant details

Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring cream and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a great dwarf to 3-4', creamy white, fragrant flowers on this full compact plant. Its yellow to orange-red fall color is outstanding.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

A selection from Chicago that has amazing brilliant red fall color. The plant will grow to 6’ and has been hardy in colder climates.

Gardening facts about Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City' plant

How to Grow Fothergilla gardenii 'Windy City'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • cream
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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