Fothergilla (Bottlebrush): Fragrant Spring Flowers & Fiery Fall Color

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Light: Full sun to part shade.
Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic, rich in organic matter.
Spacing: 5 feet apart.
Fertilizer: Light balanced feed in early spring.
Pruning: Minimal—late winter: remove broken/weak shoots and crossing branches. Suckers moderately.

Pest- and disease-free; excellent for foundations and mixed borders.

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