Fothergilla 'Blue Mist': Blue-Green Foliage & Honey-Scented Flowers

'Blue Mist' fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Blue Mist') is a versatile shrub to 3 feet tall and wide. Honey-scented, white bottlebrush flowers bloom for weeks in spring before leaves emerge. Wavy-margined, leathery, blue-green leaves turn yellow, orange, and red in fall.

Culture & Propagation

Provide full sun to partial shade and slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil. Prune only for pleasing framework. Grow from softwood cuttings in summer. Problems minimal.

Quick Reference

• Height/Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Light: Full sun only (note: likely part shade tolerant)
• Moisture: Medium
• Maintenance: Low
• Bloom Time: Spring
• Flower Color: White
• Attributes: Native, showy fall foliage & flowers
• Uses: Low-maintenance, spring interest, shrubs