CALYCANTHUS floridus

A dense, rounded shrub with dark reddish-brown fragrant flowers in May. Aromatic stems and leaves when bruised. Native to eastern U.S.

Product Description

CALYCANTHUS floridus – Sweetshrub or Carolina Allspice

A dense, rounded shrub with dark reddish-brown fragrant flowers in Spring. Aromatic stems and leaves when bruised. Worthwhile in any garden or shrub border as it is tolerant of most soils and amounts of sunlight. A tough and reliable shrub. Shiny deep green foliage turns into an attractive golden color in fall. Native to eastern U.S.

Sun: Full Sun/ Part Shade/ Full Shade

Soil: Average, Well-drained

Size: Height 6-9ft., Width 6-9ft.

Zone: 4-9

Flower: Copper-red, Showy

Bloom Time: Spring

Attributes: Low Maintenance, Deer resistant, Fragrant, Showy Flowers, Tolerant to Deep Shade, Great Fall Color, Native