90+ Sweetshrub Calycanthus Floridus 4 9

Calycanthus floridus sweetshrub is a dense rounded shrub that features very fragrant dark red crimson flowers which bloom in the late spring to early summer. 6 12 plant in acidic.

Pam S English Cottage Garden January 2012

Sweetshrub calycanthus floridus 4 9!!!

Sweet shrub grows 6 9 tall x 6 12 spread often by suckers which transplant easily. If all that wasn t enough it is commonly called sweetshrub or a strawberry bush in reference to the fragrant blooms and leaves which have been described as combining hints of pineapple strawberry and banana. I rate the species adaptability to zones 4 9. Scientific name calycanthus floriduscommon name sweetshrubscientific name pronunciation kal ee kan thus flor id us plant type.

Flowers in may june with reddish maroon flowers but some var. Flowers give way to seed capsules that mature into fruit during the fall and persist through the winter inviting all your feathered friends to feast. Full sun and partial shade tolerant. Calycanthus floridus sweetshrub the lustrous dark green leaves of this shrub turn a bright golden yellow in the fall.

Two inch reddish maroon flowers bloom in may to july. Shrubhardiness zones 4 9usual size 6 10 ft. Fragrant when crushed fruit balloon or urn shaped. The carolina allspice sweet shrub calycanthus floridus is a fruit scented shrub is a welcome addition to any garden.

Pam S English Cottage Garden January 2012