When Should I Plant Clethra

Clethra alnifolia is easy to propagate from stem cuttings in early summer or from seed planted in fall or spring. Softwood stem cuttings are best taken in early summer for the greatest success in rooting.

When can I transplant a Clethra?

Unlike many shrubs, clethra seeds require no chilling process prior to planting. Harvest the seeds by removing the brown pods in autumn. Plant the seeds either in autumn or wait until the following spring. Fill a pot or seed tray with moist commercial potting mixture.

How do you transplant a Clethra?

Clethra Alnifolia Planting Instructions Dig a hole about four times as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Make sure the shrub’s roots are not compacted, spreading out some if needed. Place the shrub in the hole and fill with water, allowing it to absorb. Then backfill with soil and water again.