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Calycanthaceae Calycanthus Floridus None |
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| Grows In | Zone 4B · -25° to -20° F through Zone 9B · 25° to 30° F |
| Sun Exposure | Full / Mostly Shade, Morning Sun / Evening Shade, Dappled Light / Filtered Sun |
| Soil Drainage | Well Drained, Moderately Drained |
| Resistent To | Deer Resistant, Drought, Insect, Disease, Mildew, Heat |
| Flower Color | Burgundy |
| Blooms | Spring Blooms |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Average Height | 5' to 6', 4' to 5' |
| Average Width | 4' to 6', 6' to 8' |
| Fragrances | Fragrant Flowers |
Noteworthy Characteristics
Hence it's name, Sweet Shrub is one of the most commonly known plants for it's wonderfully fragrant flowers. With a combined fragrance of strawberry, cantaloupe, spiced apple, and burgundy wine it's sure to please the soul. The distinctive maroon-red flowers, about 2" across, first appear in mid-spring and continue through May.
Uses
Sweet Shrub is ideal for planting close to the house near a window where the fragrance may drift indoors. Plant additional plants by a favorite path or sitting area. Sweet shrub is the perfect addition to any native or woodland garden. For the gardener that loves fragrance, flowers, and low maintenance Sweet Shrub is a must have.
Culture
Sweet Shrub performs best in the morning sun or filtered sun garden and is very drouhgt, disease, fungus, and insect tolerant.
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