How to Grow and Care for Swamp doghobble

Swamp doghobble, also known as Fetterbush

Swamp doghobble thrives in moist, well-drained acidic soils, typically found in its natural swampy woodland habitats. It prefers partial to full shade, avoiding direct sunlight that might scorch the leaves. Special care points include maintaining consistently moist soil without waterlogging and providing mulch to preserve soil moisture and temperature. Pruning is minimal, only to remove any dead or damaged growth.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Partial sun

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Planting and Growing Swamp doghobble

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Partial sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5-6.5
Hardiness Zones	5-9

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Swamp doghobble is a medium-sized deciduous shrub known for its stature of 3 to 6 feet (about 0.9 to 1.8 meters) in height. The plant brandishes alternate leaves accompanied by lustrous stems that exhibit a unique blend of green and red hues. During the spring, it produces distinctive white, bell-shaped flowers arranged on racemes measuring 3 to 4 inches (approximately 7.6 to 10.2 cm) in length. When autumn arrives, the foliage undergoes a transformation, adopting a vibrant red coloration.