A Southeastern native, Fothergilla has a lot to offer for modern landscapes. Growing just 1 to 4 feet tall and 2 to 4 feet wide, this compact shrub can be tucked into a perennial border or a narrow foundation planting. It prefers rich, slightly moist, acidic soil and a sunny to partially sunny location. It’s prized for its white, bottlebrushlike spikes of fragrant spring flowers and spectacular fall foliage. Zones 5-8 Seasonal Highlights: Fall: Leaves turn shades of red, orange, and scarlet....