dwarf fothergilla
Fothergilla gardenii 'Suzanne'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Division
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,red,yellow,orange
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Dwarf fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Suzanne') should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. Water the plant when the top inch of soil feels dry, approximately once a week during the spring and summer and every 2 weeks in the fall and winter. Soak the soil with a deep watering and then let the soil dry slightly before watering again. Do not let the soil dry out completely. High humidity is also beneficial for this plant, so mist the leaves every couple of days is recommended.
sunlight
Dwarf fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Suzanne') grows best in full sun to part shade. It prefers about 4 to 5 hours of direct sunlight each day. Too much direct sun may cause foliage to scorch. Too little sun may reduce the plant's ability to flower. For optimum results, plant it where it will receive morning sun and afternoon shade during the summer months.
pruning
The Dwarf Fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenii 'Suzanne') is a small shrub that should be pruned once per year in late winter to early spring. This pruning is best done when the plant is dormant, which is the period just before new leaves begin to emerge. To properly prune Dwarf Fothergilla, remove any dead branches or stems and trim back a third to a half of the remaining branches to ground level. This will promote bushier growth and reduce the plant’s size. When pruning, be sure to use clean, sharp tools to make precise cuts, and avoid leaving any jagged edges.
