Fothergilla ‘Blue Shadow’

Fothergilla major ‘Blue Shadow’ is a remarkable ornamental shrub known for its unique steel-blue foliage and exceptional multi-season decorative interest. It forms a dense, rounded, and well-structured bushy habit, ideal for beds, borders, and naturalistic gardens. In spring, before the leaves fully emerge, it produces cylindrical white flower spikes resembling bottle brushes, which are slightly fragrant and very attractive to pollinators. Its deciduous grey-blue foliage stands out clearly all summer, then ignites in autumn with a spectacular mix of flamboyant yellow, orange, and red. Hardy and well-suited to Quebec’s conditions, ‘Blue Shadow’ prefers acidic, well-drained soils and is an excellent choice for adding texture, color, and refinement to the garden.