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Calycanthus floridus

Carolina Allspice (Common Sweetshrub)

An unusual shrub with distinct small reddish-brown highly aromatic magnolia-like flowers. Leaves are glossy dark green changing to golden-yellow in the fall. Brownish seed capsules persist into autumn.

  • »  Distinctive velvety rose-like rust-red flowers
  • »  Brownish seed capsules mature in the fall and persist into the winter
  • »  Glossy dark green leaves turn golden-yellow in the fall
  • »  Flower fragrance has been described as pineapple, strawberry, and banana
  • »  Bloom Time: April to July
  • »  Flower Size: 5 cm

1gal
$31.69
3gal Low Inventory
$49.56
5gal
$104.00
7gal Low Inventory
$175.50
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:150-175 cm
  • Spread:175-200 cm
  • Bloom Color: Burgundy
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Deciduous
• Fall Color
• Fragrant
• Fruit
• Seed
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Spreading
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Calycanthus floridus

Carolina allspice has no disease or pest problems, is suitable for a wide variety of soils and has good shade tolerance.