{"product_id":"sugartina-crystalina-summersweet","title":"Sugartina® 'Crystalina' Summersweet","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"product-essentials--title ProductHeading__title\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9374\/6850\/files\/PWCCFullColorTransparent_240x240.png?v=1696002318\" alt=\"Almanac Planting Co: Proven Winners ColorChoice logo\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foundation plantings, borders, woodland gardens, rain gardens, containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant white flower spikes bloom in midsummer when few other shrubs are flowering, filling the garden with a sweet vanilla-like scent. Dwarf habit stays under 3 feet tall — roughly half the size of standard summersweet varieties. Thrives in moist to wet soils and shade, making it one of the few fragrant flowering shrubs for difficult, low-lying sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun to Full Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous Shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounding, Rounded — tight, dense dome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, turning yellow in fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5–3 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–4 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSummary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugartina® ‘Crystalina’ brings the beloved fragrance and midsummer bloom of native summersweet into a compact package that fits where standard Clethra varieties cannot. At just 2.5 to 3 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, it is roughly half the size of species-type summersweet, making it ideal for foundation beds, narrow borders, and even large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn midsummer, upright spikes of pure white flowers cover the dense, glossy foliage, releasing a sweet fragrance that some describe as vanilla and others as root beer — either way, it is one of the most pleasantly scented shrubs in the summer garden. Butterflies and bees are drawn to the nectar-rich blooms during the weeks when few other shrubs are flowering. The dark green, glossy leaves turn bright yellow in fall for a final burst of seasonal color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by Dr. Thomas Ranney at North Carolina State University and selected by Proven Winners® for its dwarf habit, Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ retains the toughness and adaptability that make native Clethra so valuable in the landscape. It thrives in moist to wet acidic soils, tolerates full shade, and is highly deer resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSugartina® ‘Crystalina’ Summersweet Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in partial shade for the most attractive foliage, or in full sun if consistent moisture is provided. Sugartina® performs well in full shade, though flowering and fragrance are best with at least a few hours of sun daily. It thrives in moist to wet, acidic soils and tolerates clay, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens, stream banks, and low-lying areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently, especially during establishment and in drier sites. Once established, it tolerates brief dry spells but performs best with reliable moisture. Fertilize in spring with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/slow-release-fertilizer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eslow release fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e formulated for acid-loving plants if desired. Sugartina® holds its tight, dense shape without pruning; if shaping is desired, prune in late winter or early spring. It blooms on new wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Size is the Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ Summersweet for Sale Online?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ Summersweet ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and is appropriately sized for its container at the time of shipment. If you have specific sizing or planting questions, please \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"Contact Almanac Planting Co\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003econtact us\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Large Does Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ Summersweet Grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugartina® ‘Crystalina’ reaches 2.5 to 3 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, roughly half the size of standard summersweet varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the botanical name of Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ Summersweet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe botanical name is \u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Crystalina’ (PP21561). It is part of the Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ a native plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSugartina® ‘Crystalina’ is a nativar — a cultivar selected from the native species Clethra alnifolia, which is indigenous to eastern North America. It retains the ecological value and site adaptability of the straight species in a more compact garden-friendly form. It is a strong choice for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/native-plants\"\u003eNative Plants of North America\u003c\/a\u003e gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Summersweet is widely regarded as deer resistant and is rarely browsed. This makes it a reliable flowering shrub for shaded landscapes with deer pressure. Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/collections\/deer-resistant-shrubs-evergreens\"\u003eDeer-Resistant Shrubs and Evergreens\u003c\/a\u003e collection for more options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ grow in wet soil?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Clethra alnifolia naturally grows along streams, swamps, and wet woodlands. Sugartina® ‘Crystalina’ thrives in consistently moist to wet conditions and is an excellent choice for rain gardens, bioswales, and low-lying areas where drainage is poor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Almanac Planting Co","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon \/ Ship ASAP","offer_id":46703432728738,"sku":"PNO2-SgCrys-3-1yr","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9374\/6850\/files\/Sugartina-Crystalina-Summersweet-1.jpg?v=1774429222","url":"https:\/\/almanacplanting.com\/products\/sugartina-crystalina-summersweet","provider":"Almanac Planting Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}