Calycanthus floridus #3
Calycanthus floridus #3
Common Sweetshrub
Native plant with unusual flowers
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NATIVE - A deciduous dense, rounded shrub with dark reddish-brown fragrant flowers in May. Aromatic stems and leaves when bruised. Fall color is clear yellow. Worthwhile in any garden or shrub border. Disease and insect resistant.
Botanical Name- Calycanthus floridus
Pronunciation- kal-ih-KAN-thus flor-EE-dus
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, compost enriched soil
Current Size- #3
Bloom Color- Dark red
Bloom Time- May
Companion Plants- Purple Pop Crapemyrtle – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest
Fauna Attracted- Beetle-pollinated primarily, fruit-eating birds can use seeds
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C10
Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly after flowering; water regularly in heat and apply balanced fertilizer in spring.
Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to shape.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay soil around roots and water well after fertilizing.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Plant-tone
Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, leaf spot
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