Quick answer: Mountain witch-alder (Fothergilla major) is native to 7 states. What's commonly sold under this name is often a bred variety or the wrong species — see the lookalike alert below. It's typically live plant, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Moist, low drought tolerance |
| Soil | Acid, gravelly loams |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-May |
| Height | Up to 20 ft, typically 6-12 ft |
| Wildlife value | Low wildlife value |
Lookalike alert
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(wild-type, not cultivar); live plant, In Stock, $63.99, 5.0★/1 review, ships from Amazon — live-verified.
Sold as: Live plant via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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