The Fothergilla gardenii is a small shrub with thin crooked branches.  The dark green leaves are fairly large and have a slight leathery texture.  The leaves turn yellow to orange and then to red in the fall, often with a combination of all the colors on the same plant.  The fragrant white flowers appear in April or early May.

Bloom Time: April or May.

Growth Habit: 2-3′ in height, same width.

Foliage:  Leathery, Dark green changing colors in the fall.

Sun/Shade: Sun, Partial Shade.

Hardiness Zones:  4-9.