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Hamamelidaceae
Dwarf Witch Alder
Fothergilla gardenii
Unique charm and warmth.
- Family
- Hamamelidaceae
- Genus
- Fothergilla
- Native to
- Southeastern United States
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Type
- Deciduous shrub
- Height
- 60-100 cm
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- Acidic, moist, well-drained
- Water
- Moderate
- Hardiness
- 5-8
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Did you know
- The bottlebrush-like flower clusters have no petals; the showy white display comes entirely from stamens.
- The flowers emit a sweet honey-like fragrance that permeates the spring garden.
- Its fall foliage is spectacular, often displaying yellow, orange, red, and purple on a single leaf.
- It was named after English physician John Fothergill, a famous 18th-century plant collector.
- It is closely related to witch hazel but blooms in spring rather than fall or winter.
Color meanings
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Individuality
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Charm
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Warmth