Sweetshrub
Calycanthus x
Sweetshrub (Calycanthus ×) is a compact, deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub typically 4-8 ft tall and wide, prized for its spicy, apple/pineapple-scented maroon, cuplike flowers from late spring into summer and glossy aromatic foliage perfect for Willamette Valley gardens. Grow in sun to part shade in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil (tolerates clay), hardy to USDA zones 4-9; low-maintenance—prune after flowering to shape—attracts pollinators and makes a lovely fragrant specimen or hedgerow plant.
Aphrodite Sweetshrub
Calycanthus x 'Aphrodite' PP 24014
Aphrodite Sweetshrub bears large, magnolia-like red flowers with a rich, sweet fragrance that draw pollinators. This medium-growing, multi-stemmed shrub has glossy, oval leaves that turn yellow-gold in fall and reblooms through summer. Easy to grow in average soils with moderate water, it makes an excellent specimen or hedge for home gardens.
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full Sun to PM Shade |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Description | Glossy oval to oblong leaves; yellow in fall |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |
| Hardy To | -20°F |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Multi-stemmed |
| Growth (H x W in 5 Years) | 5-6FT X 5-6FT |
| Watering Needs | Moderate |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Uses | Accent Plant, Landscape Specimen, Mass Plantings, Understory Planting, Wildlife Habitats |
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