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Spice Bush

Lindera Angustifolia

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Overview

The Spice Bush (Lindera angustifolia) is an ornamental, deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-9. It reaches 6-10 feet in height and spreads 5-8 feet, showcasing lanceolate leaves that turn vibrant red in fall. Fragrant yellow blooms appear before foliage in early spring, attracting pollinators. Prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for hedges or naturalized gardens. Drought tolerant once established.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Spice Bush (Lindera Angustifolia) — The Spice Bush (Lindera angustifolia) is an ornamental, deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-9
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Lauraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Spice Bush (Lindera Angustifolia) — The Spice Bush (Lindera angustifolia) is an ornamental, deciduous shrub, thriving in zones 4-9
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Photograph: Alex Abair, CC BY 4.0 · source

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