
Proven Winners Fothergilla True
Fothergilla x intermedia Legends of the Small
Legends of the Small Fothergilla offers four seasons of dynamic beauty with fragrant spring flowers, vibrant summer foliage, and explosive fall color.
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About this plant
Meet Legends of the Small Fothergilla, a captivating deciduous shrub that truly lives up to its name. In mid-spring, an abundance of unique, bottlebrush-like white flowers emerge, exuding a delightful honey scent that will enchant both you and local pollinators. Its summer foliage is a rich, deep green, providing a sophisticated backdrop for other garden elements. But the true spectacle arrives in autumn: 'Legends of the Small' transforms into a symphony of fiery reds, oranges, and purples, painting your landscape with breathtaking intensity. Compact in size and naturally elegant, this fothergilla is a low-maintenance superstar perfect for borders, foundation plantings, or as a vibrant specimen. Cold hardy and disease resistant, this Proven Winners selection thrives in a variety of conditions, bringing reliable, season-long interest to your garden with minimal fuss. Elevate your landscape with the enduring charm and brilliant display of Legends of the Small Fothergilla.
Care & maintenance
Fothergillas are relatively low-maintenance. Prune after flowering to maintain shape or remove any dead or unkempt branches. A light, balanced fertilizer in spring is beneficial but not always necessary.
Quick facts
- Type
- shrub
- Mature height
- 3-4'
- Mature width
- 3-4'
- Sun
- Full Sun to Part Shade
- Water
- Average
- Growth rate
- Moderate