Pot size: 17 cm
Height: 30 cm
The eastern sweetshrub, also known as Carolina allspice, is a popular plant to grow thanks to its exceptionally fruity, aromatic reddish flowers and fragrant leaves. It tolerates a wide variety of soils.
Characteristics:
- Glossy green leaves
- Attractive, deep-colored flowers resembling magnolias
- Fragrant leaves
- Fragrant flowers
- Scientific name: Calycanthus floridus
This medium-sized shrub is suitable for medium-sized gardens. It prefers sunny to lightly shaded locations. Its leaves are glossy green on top and slightly hairy underneath.
As the flowering season approaches, the first buds begin to emerge in June, producing striking red to brownish-red, star-shaped flowers about 5 cm across. The flowers have a melon-like fragrance, while the wood gives off a sweet, spicy scent.
The shrub can reach a height of 150 to 250 cm and can be pruned as needed. It can withstand winter temperatures as low as -25ºC.
Manufacturer
OEMDimensions
- Placement
- N/A
- Bonsai
- No
- Diameter
- 17 cm
Special Features
- Lighting
- N/A
- Watering
- High
- Flowering Period
- N/A
- Foliage
- N/A
- Terrarium
- No
- Aromatic
- Yes
Family
- Flowering
- Magnolia
Important information
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