Calycanthus floridus AthensCarolina allspice
科:蜡梅科
Family:Calycanthaceae
属:夏蜡梅属
common name:Carolina allspice
introduce:Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
Family: Calycanthaceae
Missouri Native: No
Native Range: None
Height: 6 to 9 feet
Spread: 6 to 12 feet
Bloom Time: May - June
Bloom Color: Yellow
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium moisture
Maintenance: Low
General Culture:
Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in full sun to full shade. Grows somewhat taller in shade than in sun. Tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers a rich loam. Prune immediately after flowering.
Noteworthy Characteristics:
A dense, rounded deciduous shrub which grows up to 9 tall. Features very fragrant, yellow flowers (2" across) which bloom at the end of short branchlets in May. Flowers give way to brownish, urn-shaped fruits (seed capsules) which mature in the fall and persist throughout the winter. Lustrous, dark green leaves to 6" long which turn golden yellow in the fall. Good cut flower. Common names include Carolina allspice or sweetshrub or strawberry bush in reference to the fragrant blooms. The species of this cultivar is native to Eastern North America.
Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems. A trouble free shrub.
Uses:
Excellent specimen near the front door, patio or other living areas where the fragrant scent may be enjoyed, or for the shrub border.
