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Vanilla Spice and everything nice! The Vanilla Spice Summersweet has whimsical, vanilla colored blooms that are fragrant bring pollinators to your garden and landscapes. Its bountiful large flowers are show shopping. It is resistant to deer and native to North America.
The Vanilla Spice Summersweet has deep green foliage that makes for the perfect pairing with its white blooms. Bloom season is in mid-summer and its large fragrant blooms with bring butterflies and hummingbirds to your yard. The Vanilla Spice Summersweet has a garden height of 36” to 72” inches and a spread of 36” to 60” inches. This deciduous shrub is native to North American and is resistant to deer. Use this sophisticated plant in your landscape as a focal point, or in mixed border planting. It will do well in mass planting and makes a great addition to any shade garden or landscape.
Vanilla Spice Summersweet Care
Planting can be done in the shade, but to ensure optimal bloom be sure your Vanilla Spice Summersweet gets 4 hours of sun per day. Prefers moist, well drained soil. It is adaptable to all soil types, including wet soils with varying PH levels. Prune only to shape in the late winter. Fertilize with a controlled release fertilizer in the spring. Liquid fertilizer may be added in the summer.
Vanilla Spice Summersweet Spacing
Space your Vanilla Spice Summersweet at a minimum 60” inches, center on center. Proper spacing is imperative to ensure the health and longevity of the plant, especially in situations of proximity planting in all gardens and landscapes.
Vanilla Spice Summersweet Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Flower Color(s): White |
| Bloom Period: Summer |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Tall |
| Height: 3-6 Feet |
| Spread: 3-5 Feet |
| Spacing: 5-6 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Blooms On: New Wood |
| Watering: Average |
| Shrub Type: Deciduous |
| Scientific Name: Vanilla Spice® Clethra alnifolia 'Caleb' USPP 21,589 |
| Common Name: Vanilla Spice® Summersweet |
| Other Name(s): Sweet Pepperbush |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Fall Interest; Fragrant Flower |
| Attracts: Hummingbirds & Butterflies |
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
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Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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