{"product_id":"ruby-spice-clethra","title":"Ruby Spice Clethra Summer Flowering Shrub","description":"\u003c!-- Left Side: Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-left-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice' (Summersweet)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Ruby Spice'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a standout variety of Summersweet, offering vibrant ruby-pink flower spikes with an intoxicating fragrance. Blooming in mid-to-late summer when many shrubs have finished, it brings fresh color and scent to shady or moist garden spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact, upright shrub attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators while being deer-resistant and low-maintenance. It is ideal for woodland edges, mixed borders, rain gardens, or near ponds and streams where soil stays consistently moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e� Dense clusters of ruby-pink, fragrant blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e� Attracts butterflies \u0026amp; hummingbirds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e� Compact size great for small gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e� Deer-resistant \u0026amp; low-maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e� Mature Size: 3–6 ft. tall, 3–5 ft. wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ Sun to partial shade; thrives in moist soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent choice for naturalized areas, borders, or as a foundation planting. Blooms even in partial shade where other flowering shrubs may struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Right Side: Growing Info --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-right-zone\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-zone-sub\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zones: 4–8 outdoors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"outdoor-map\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"USDA Zone Map\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/0619\/2212\/files\/4-8.png?v=1591626065\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"available-detail\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"plant-details-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–6 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3–5 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClethra alnifolia 'Ruby Spice'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMid to Late Summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous Shrub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"section2\" class=\"faq pdp-faq-div\"\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhat makes 'Ruby Spice' different from other Summersweet varieties?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\" id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt features deeper, ruby-pink flowers that hold their color better than most other cultivars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-b\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\" id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003e'Ruby Spice' blooms in mid-to-late summer, extending color into the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-c\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eDoes it tolerate shade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\" id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes, it performs well in partial shade and is one of the few flowering shrubs that thrive there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-d\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eIs it suitable for wet soil?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\" id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes, 'Ruby Spice' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and is ideal for rain gardens or near water features.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"checkbox\" id=\"faq-e\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow tall does it grow?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-arrow\" id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eIt typically grows 3–6 feet tall with a spread of 3–5 feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pixies Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Liner\/Starter \/ Single Plant","offer_id":67650478571795,"sku":"PX-RUSPCL-LI-SIPL","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Gallon \/ Single Plant","offer_id":67650478604563,"sku":"PX-RUSPCL-1GA-SIPL","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Gallon \/ Set of 2 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