{"product_id":"clethra-rubyspice19cm","title":"Clethra 'Ruby Spice' 3lt","description":"\u003c!-- ===================== PLANT DESCRIPTION — FX TEMPLATE (Clethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice' — Clethra) ===================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root{ --brand:#074635; --brand-contrast:#fff; --border:#e7ece9; --card-bg:#fff; --page-bg:#f5f7f6; --muted:#3b584a; --text:#0f2a1d }\n  @media (max-width:720px){\n    .fx-wrap .fx-head,\n    .fx-wrap .dose-card,\n    .fx-wrap .box,\n    .fx-wrap .table,\n    .fx-wrap .band,\n    .fx-wrap details.fx-faq,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-cta{\n      background:#fff !important;\n      border-left:4px solid var(--brand) !important;\n      box-shadow:0 1px 0 rgba(16,39,27,.05) !important;\n    }\n    .fx-wrap .fx-grid,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-dose,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-steps,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-tables,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-bands,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-pills,\n    .fx-wrap .fx-cta{\n      background:transparent !important;\n      border:0 !important;\n      box-shadow:none 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background:#e9f7ef; border:1px solid #cfeede;border-radius:999px; padding:2px 8px;\n  }\n  details.fx-faq.fx-origin[open]{ background:#fff; border-color:var(--border); }\n\n  .emj{display:inline-block;width:1.25em;min-width:1.25em;text-align:center}\n\n  @media (max-width:720px){\n    .table td:first-child,.table th:first-child{white-space:nowrap}\n    .table td:first-child{padding-left:16px}\n    .fx-dose{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr))}\n    .fx-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n    .fx-steps{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n    .faq-grid{grid-template-columns:1fr}\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-head\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-hero\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"fx-title\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold;\" class=\"fx-sub\"\u003ePink flowers, properly serious fragrance 🌸\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub\"\u003eClethra • Family: \u003cem\u003eClethraceae\u003c\/em\u003e • Pot: 3 L • Height: 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fx-pills\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pill pill--fam\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eClethraceae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--life\"\u003eDeciduous\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--light\"\u003eLight: sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--care\"\u003eCare: moderate\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pill pill--growth\"\u003eFragrant flowering\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fx-sub fx-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant deciduous shrub with a very distinctive presence thanks to its upright flower spikes in a rich pink tone and its intensely sweet, spicy fragrance. It feels more refined than a typical summer-flowering shrub, because it fills the garden with colour and scent later in the season, just when many other plants have already passed their strongest moment. It is an excellent choice for gardens, large pots, lightly shaded courtyards and places near seating areas, where the flowering display can really be enjoyed up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-dose\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLight\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🌤️ Flexible\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eIt handles sun to partial shade, as long as it is not allowed to dry out harshly.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWatering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e💧 Steady\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eIt prefers cool soil with moisture and good drainage.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFlowering\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🌸 Late summer\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003ePink fragrant flowers carried in upright spikes.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFragrance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-big\"\u003e🍯 Strong\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"dose-note\"\u003eSweet, spicy scent that becomes especially noticeable up close.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌸 Rich pink flowering with colour that holds well instead of fading quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍯 Highly fragrant flowers that give the plant a real sense of presence in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍂 Attractive seasonal change, with foliage turning yellow in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 In large pots near seating areas, where the fragrance and flowering can be enjoyed properly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏡 In borders or lightly shaded courtyards with steady soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦋 In gardens designed to attract bees and butterflies toward the end of summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box box--placement\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to place it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a position in sun or light partial shade, ideally where the soil does not dry out completely and too quickly. It suits gardens with a cooler microclimate, borders enriched with organic matter, and large pots that are watered consistently. It is especially effective near a path, entrance or seating area, because its fragrance is one of the main reasons to grow it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"box box--combos\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat plants pair well with it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith hydrangeas, itea and other plants that appreciate cooler, richer soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith ferns and foliage-focused plants, so its upright pink flower spikes stand out more clearly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith perennials in softer tones, for compositions that emphasise fragrance and late-season flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #3b584a; margin-top: 6px;\"\u003eRole in a composition: the fragrant flowering shrub that brings colour and interest at the end of summer, when many other plants have already settled down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq fx-origin\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Origin of the variety \u003cspan class=\"origin-badge\"\u003eclick to read\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical background:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is a deciduous shrub in the \u003cem\u003eClethraceae\u003c\/em\u003e family, native to eastern North America. The species is known for fragrant flowering and for coping well in positions with more moisture than many other ornamental shrubs enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 'Ruby Spice' cultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is one of the best-known pink selections of the species, valued for its richer flower colour and especially sweet fragrance. The flowers appear in upright spikes from late summer into early autumn, while the foliage later takes on attractive yellow tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGarden character:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is appreciated for combining good performance in sun or partial shade, strongly scented flowering at a time when few shrubs are at their best, and a mature size that remains manageable for gardens or large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 'Ruby Spice' gives interest in more than one moment of the year: the main highlight is the late-summer flower display, but the yellow autumn foliage also adds a warm finishing note to the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1) Substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e It prefers rich, loose soil with organic matter and good drainage, but not a mix that dries out abruptly. It performs best when the root zone stays cool.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2) Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water steadily, especially in summer and while it is grown in a pot. It does not enjoy prolonged drought or very hot, dry positions.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3) Pruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e If shaping is needed, do it in late winter or early spring. It flowers on new growth, so correct pruning will not remove the summer display.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-tables\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"table-scroll\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🔎\u003c\/span\u003e Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInformation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e Botanical name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Ruby Spice’\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🪴\u003c\/span\u003e Pot \/ Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 L • height 30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌤️\u003c\/span\u003e Light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun to partial shade • avoid very hot, dry positions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e Watering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteady • the soil should stay cool without becoming waterlogged.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🪨\u003c\/span\u003e Soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, slightly acidic to neutral, with organic matter and good drainage.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e📏\u003c\/span\u003e Mature size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 1–1.5 m high with a similar spread.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🌸\u003c\/span\u003e Flowering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate summer to early autumn • pink, sweetly fragrant flowers.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"emj\"\u003e🍂\u003c\/span\u003e Autumn colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe foliage turns yellow in attractive warm tones.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-bands\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"band\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want to make the most of the fragrance, place it near a path or seating area. This is not a plant that works only in photographs; it is especially rewarding as part of the lived experience of a garden.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"fx-bands\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"band\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🤔 Did you know?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the few shrubs that can flower this fragrantly in summer even in light shade, which is exactly why it is so useful in gardens with gentler light.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Why you’ll love it \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003einfo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌸 Because it flowers at a time when many other plants are already slowing down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍯 Because its fragrance is something you genuinely notice in the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪴 Because it can also perform beautifully in a large pot with consistent watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍂 Because it gives you an attractive autumn transition, not just a summer flowering moment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 🧠 Greenleaf for plant nerds — scientific details nobody asked for \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003egeek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧬 \u003cem\u003eClethra alnifolia\u003c\/em\u003e flowers on current season growth, which is why pruning is best done before strong spring growth begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 Its flowers are especially attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects, particularly at a time when nectar sources may be decreasing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 In nature the species is associated with moister habitats, which is why it responds far better to cool soil than to dry summer stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌸 'Ruby Spice' became particularly valued because it brought a stronger pink flower tone to a group more often associated with white or very pale shades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Is it suitable for partial shade? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003elight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and it can perform very well there, as long as the soil stays cool and the site is not excessively hot and dry. In more sun it will usually flower more heavily if it has enough water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Does it need a lot of water? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003ewater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt needs more consistent moisture than a typical drought-tolerant Mediterranean-style shrub. It should not sit in soggy soil, but it also does not like prolonged dryness, especially in summer and particularly in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Are the flowers fragrant? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003efragrance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and that is one of its biggest strengths. The flowers have a sweet, spicy scent that becomes much more noticeable when the plant is placed near a path or seating area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"fx-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"caret\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e When does it flower? \u003cspan class=\"qchip\"\u003ebloom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main flowering season arrives in late summer and can continue into early autumn, depending on the growing conditions and climate of the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #074635; font-style: italic; text-align: center; margin-top: 16px;\"\u003e© Original plant description by Greenleaf Garden Center. 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