: Highly resistant to salt spray, making it an excellent choice for coastal landscapes. Care and Maintenance
: Its "honey and clove" scent is highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. summer sweet
: Performs well in anything from full sun to full shade . Afternoon shade is often preferred in hotter climates. : Highly resistant to salt spray, making it
: Thrives in moist, acidic soil . It is famous for its ability to handle "wet feet" and can even tolerate standing water. Afternoon shade is often preferred in hotter climates
: Produces 3- to 6-inch upright spikes of white or pink flowers from mid to late summer, a time when most other shrubs have finished blooming.
: Beyond summer flowers, its dark green foliage turns a striking golden yellow in autumn.
: Experts at Hawk's Landscape suggest using an acidic liquid fertilizer (like Miracid) 3–4 times per year, typically from April through mid-July.