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Spice Bush

Lindera Benzoin

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Overview

Spice Bush (Lindera benzoin) is a deciduous, native shrub thriving in zones 4-9. It reaches 6-12 feet in height, with an equal spread. This understory plant prefers part shade to full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Notable for its aromatic yellow flowers in early spring and vibrant red berries in fall (on female plants), it attracts beneficial wildlife. Leaves turn a rich yellow in autumn, providing noteworthy seasonal interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 4–9Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Notable for its aromatic yellow flowers in early spring and vibrant red berries in fall (on female plants)

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Spice Bush thrives in partial shade to full sun exposure and prefers moist

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — approximately 1/2 inch long; which grow to about 2 to 6 inches in length

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — offering extended visual interest

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Spice Bush (Lindera benzoin) is a deciduous, native shrub thriving in zones 4-9

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — This bush typically grows to a height of 6 to 12 feet with a similar spread; which grow to about 2 to 6 inches in length

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — turn from a vibrant green to captivating yellow-gold hues in the fall

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub, Tree
Family: Lauraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Notable for its aromatic yellow flowers in early spring and vibrant red berries in fall (on female plants)

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Spice Bush thrives in partial shade to full sun exposure and prefers moist

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — approximately 1/2 inch long; which grow to about 2 to 6 inches in length

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — offering extended visual interest

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Spice Bush (Lindera benzoin) is a deciduous, native shrub thriving in zones 4-9

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — This bush typically grows to a height of 6 to 12 feet with a similar spread; which grow to about 2 to 6 inches in length

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — turn from a vibrant green to captivating yellow-gold hues in the fall

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — which persist into the late summer and are a valuable food source for wildlife

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Leaves turn a rich yellow in autumn, providing noteworthy seasonal interest

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — it attracts beneficial wildlife; notable for its aromatic yellow flowers in early spring and vibrant red berries in fall (on

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Leaves turn a rich yellow in autumn, providing noteworthy seasonal interest; this bush typically grows to a height of 6 to 12

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — scientifically named Lindera benzoin

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — yellow flowers in the garden

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — often before the leaves emerge

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — indigenous to the moist woodlands of the Eastern United States

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — scientifically named Lindera benzoin; which grow to about 2 to 6 inches in length

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — ecologically supportive element in their landscape

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — It is renowned for its multi-seasonal interest and utility in landscape design; this bush typically grows to a height of 6 to 12

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — Spice Bush thrives in partial shade to full sun exposure and prefers moist; notable for its aromatic yellow flowers in early

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — This bush typically grows to a height of 6 to 12 feet with a similar spread

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — offering extended visual interest; lending an additional layer of dynamic life to the garden setting

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — These flowers, about 1/2 inch in size, are arranged in clusters and are striking against the bare stems; this bush typically

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — It reaches 6-12 feet in height, with an equal spread

Spice Bush (Lindera Benzoin) — lending an additional layer of dynamic life to the garden setting; notable for its aromatic yellow flowers in early spring and

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