Buy Clethra barbinervis 'Jane Platt'

Also Known As

Jane Platt Sweet Spire

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

3a-9a

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Clethra barbinervis 'Jane Platt' plant details

Clethra barbinervis 'Jane Platt' is a deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clethra barbinervis 'Jane Platt'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: clethraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: fall color, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clethra barbinervis 'Jane Platt'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Asian sweet spire can get to 30' in time. This plant from Jane Platt's garden is only 10' after at least 50 years. The flowers appear in July and are narrow white spears. The fall color is gorgeous orange yellow. Our 40-year-old plant is 6'x 8'.