About
An ornamental shrub, reaching 120-250cm, with a compact framework. It displays colourful flowers. 'Appalachia' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Fothergilla are rounded deciduous shrubs with broadly ovate leaves often colouring well in autumn, and small, catkin-like spikes of white flowers in spring
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, mixed plantings
Care notes
CultivationFertile, well-drained soil
PruningPrune after flowering
PropagationSemi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceTrouble-free
Disease resistanceMildew in dry conditions