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Fothergilla gardenii 'Blue Shadow'

Common Name: Blue Shadow Fothergilla

Fothergilla gardenii ‘Blue Shadow’ — commonly called Blue Shadow® Dwarf Fothergilla — is a compact, deciduous shrub valued for its unique blue foliage, fragrant spring blooms, and brilliant fall color. It forms a dense, mounded plant with rounded, powdery blue-green leaves that provide cool-toned contrast through the growing season. In early spring, before or as the foliage emerges, it produces showy, honey-scented, white bottlebrush flowers. In fall, the foliage transforms into vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red. Mature Size: Width: 3–4 ft Height: 3–4 ft USDA Zones: 5a–8b Light: Full sun to partial shade (best color in sun) Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic soils; intolerant of alkaline soils Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies Features & Landscape Uses: Form: Compact, mounded deciduous shrub Distinctive blue foliage provides season-long interest Fragrant, white bottlebrush flowers in early spring Outstanding multicolor fall foliage display Excellent for borders, mass plantings, and native gardens Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune only as needed after flowering Prefers acidic soils; avoid lime Mulch to retain moisture and improve soil conditions

Plant Type:	Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub
Width:	3-4'
Height:	3-4'
Fragrant:	Yes
Growth Rate	Moderate
Zone:	5 - 8
Deer Resistant:	No
Salt Tolerant:	No
Drought Tolerant:	No
Attract:	Butterflies, Bees
Exposure:	Full Sun
Bloom Time:	Spring
Landscape/Use:	Mass Planting, Accent Plant, Border
Shape:	Compact, Mounded
Soil Type	Loamy, Well Drained, Acidic
Flower Color:	White
Leaf Color:	Dark Spring Green
Fall Color:	Yellow