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RedCrocus Sweetshrub Carolina Allspice Calycanthus floridus Fragrant Shrub for Garden Borders and Attracting Pollinators 5 Gallon

RedCrocus Sweetshrub Carolina Allspice Calycanthus floridus Fragrant Shrub for Garden Borders and Attracting Pollinators 5 Gallon

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Sweetshrub, Carolina Allspice Calycanthus floridus

Description

A deciduous shrub characterized by aromatic, reddish-brown flowers appearing in late spring to early summer. It features lush green foliage that turns vibrant shades in the fall, offering visual interest across seasons.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for shrub borders, woodland gardens, naturalized areas, and as a foundation plant. Its fragrant blooms also attract pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Icon Botanical Name: Sweetshrub, Carolina Allspice Calycanthus floridus
  • Common Name Icon Common Name: Sweetshrub, Carolina Allspice
  • Size & Growth Icon Size & Growth: Typically 4-8 ft tall and wide, with a bushy, rounded form
  • Hardiness Zones Icon Hardiness Zones: 5-9
  • Foliage Type Icon Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Icon Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
  • Growth Rate Icon Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Icon Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Pollinators Icon Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Icon Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growth
  • Container Friendly Icon Container Friendly: Yes, with proper drainage
  • Deer Resistant Icon Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Icon Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Icon Fragrant: Yes, highly aromatic blooms
  • Cut Flower Icon Cut Flower: Suitable for floral arrangements
  • Companion Plants Icon Grows Well With: Hydrangeas, ferns, and shade-loving perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Icon Planting Instructions: Choose a location with well-draining soil; plant in early spring or fall
  • Soil Moisture Icon Soil Moisture: Keeps soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Icon Soil Type: Adaptable, prefers rich, organic soil
  • Humidity Icon Humidity: Moderate; benefits from mulching in dry periods
  • Pruning Instructions Icon Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and health
  • Winter Care Icon Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Icon Planting Depth: Set root ball slightly above soil level
  • Fertilization Icon Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Icon Special Care: Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent excessive foliage at expense of blooms
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