The Blue Shadow Fothergilla stands out with its striking blue-green leaves that have a subtle silvery-gray hue. The foliage creates a beautiful backdrop in your garden, providing a cool and calming effect. As the seasons change, the leaves transition to vibrant shades of orange, red, and yellow, adding a brilliant display of autumn colors to your outdoor space.
In early spring, the Blue Shadow Fothergilla delights with its fragrant bottlebrush-like flowers. The small, honey-scented blossoms cover the branches, creating a delightful and eye-catching spectacle. The flowers not only attract pollinators like bees and butterflies but also provide a lovely fragrance that enhances the overall sensory experience in your garden.
This deciduous shrub boasts a compact and rounded growth habit, reaching a height and spread of approximately 3 to 5 feet. Its manageable size makes it suitable for various landscape settings, including gardens, borders, and even container plantings. The Blue Shadow Fothergilla thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting well to different light conditions.
Another advantage of the Blue Shadow Fothergilla is its low-maintenance nature. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is relatively drought-resistant once established. With its natural resistance to pests and diseases, this shrub requires minimal care, allowing you to enjoy its beauty without constant upkeep.
Botanical Name: Fothergilla x intermedia 'Blue Shadow'Common Name: Blue Shadow Fothergilla
Foliage Color: Green to Powdery Blue
Flower Color: White
Growing Zones: 4-8
Sun Requirement: Full Sun to Part Shade
Mature Height: 4-6' Tall x 4-6' Wide
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