Fothergilla Mt. Airy
Fothergilla × intermedia 'Mt. Airy'
Also known as: Mt. Airy Fothergilla, Witch Alder
Zone
5-9
Sun
Full Sun – Part Shade
Water
Moderate
Height
5-6 ft
1000 in stock
Available sizes: 3 gal
Deer Resistant
Pollinator Friendly
Fragrant
Native Plant
Plant Overview
Fothergilla Mt. Airy
Fothergilla × intermedia 'Mt. Airy'
Fothergilla 'Mt. Airy' is a native deciduous flowering shrub. Performs best in moist, well-drained, acidic soil in full sun to part shade. Pairs beautifully with azaleas and rhododendrons. Outstanding for native plant gardens, woodland borders, and mixed shrub beds where spring bloom and exceptional fall color are both desired.
Specifications
Plant Details
Size & Growth
- Mature Height
- 5-6 ft
- Mature Spread
- 5-6 ft
- Growth Rate
- Slow
Appearance
- Bloom Time
- April-May
- Bloom Color
- White
- Foliage
- Blue-Green
- Fall Color
- Yellow, Orange, and Red
Landscape Uses
Woodland borders, Mixed borders, and Native plantings
Pairs well with: Hydrangea, Azaleas, Hostas, Ferns
Origin
Eastern North America
Care & Culture