Clethra alnifolia 'Sixteen Candles' (summersweet)

'Sixteen Candles' summersweet is noted for its erect, candle-like flower spikes and compact size. It is a densely-branched, rounded, suckering deciduous shrub that typically grows 3-5' tall and features narrow, fluffy, bottlebrush-like, terminal spires of extremely fragrant, creamy white flowers which bloom in mid-summer. Easily grown in average, medium to wet soils in full sun to part shade. Prefers part shade and consistently moist, acidic soils. Tolerates full shade. Promptly remove root suckers unless natural look is desired.