Blue Shadow Fothergilla

Blue Shadow Fothergilla (Fothergilla major 'Blue Shadow')Blue Shadow Fothergilla (Fothergilla major 'Blue Shadow') is a striking deciduous shrub valued for its fragrant white flowers, distinctive powdery blue foliage, and brilliant fall color. A cultivar of the larger Fothergilla species native to the southeastern U.S., 'Blue Shadow' offers bold texture and color contrast, making it a standout in mixed borders, woodland gardens, and naturalized settings.Distinctive Features'Blue Shadow' grows 4 to 6 feet tall and wide, forming a dense, upright to mounding shape. In spring, it produces bottlebrush-shaped clusters of fragrant white flowers on bare wood, offering a sweet, honey-like scent before leaves emerge. By early summer, the new foliage matures to a striking matte blue, a rare and coveted color in landscape design. In fall, the leaves turn a fiery mix of red, orange, and yellow.Growing Conditions Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Soil: Moist, acidic, well-drained soil is ideal...