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Carolina Allspice

Calycanthus Floridus

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Overview

Carolina Allspice, or Calycanthus floridus, is a deciduous shrub native to the US, thriving in hardiness zones 4-9. It features maroon to reddish-brown blooms with a spicy fragrance, spanning 1-2 inches across. Reaching up to 6-9 feet in height and spread, it prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. This multi-stemmed shrub adds a unique aromatic touch and visual interest to any landscape design.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 4–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus Floridus) — inform them that occasional pruning may be necessary to maintain the desired shape and encourage lush growth; red

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
6–10 Ft.
Mature width
6–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Calycanthaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus Floridus) — typically reaches a mature height and spread of 6 to 9 feet; is a deciduous shrub native to the US, image 76
Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus Floridus) — is a deciduous shrub native to the US; reaching up to 6-9 feet in height and spread, image 89
Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus Floridus) — typically reaches a mature height and spread of 6 to 9 feet; is a deciduous shrub native to the US, image 54
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