Clethra parallelinervia
Clethra parallelinervia, commonly known as Pepperbush, is an ornamental shrub that prefers partial shade and medium water. It grows to a height of 1.5–3 meters and blooms with white flowers from July to September. This shrub thrives in loamy, peaty, or sandy soils and is suitable for USDA zones 5–8. It is known for its fragrant flowers and attracts pollinators.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Height
1.5–3 m
Spread
1–2 m
Zones
5–8
Flower colors
Plant Clethra parallelinervia in a location that receives partial shade. Ensure the soil is loamy, peaty, or sandy and retains moderate moisture, as it prefers medium watering. This shrub blooms in late summer with fragrant white flowers that attract pollinators. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Suitable for USDA zones 5-8.