Fothergilla major - 20 Ltr pot

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Fothergilla monticola.

Bulletpoints
* strongly scented flowers * attractive orange-red autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates

Leaves
Attractive orange-red autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Mountain witch alder is bushy and upright in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Fothergilla major thrives on all acidic, humus-rich and sufficiently moist soils.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The white flowers appear in spikes in May. These grow to about 2 - 5 cm and are strongly scented.

Use
Solitary

Root
Fothergilla major is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.