Botanical Name: Calycanthus occidentalis
Common Name: Spice bush Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape a large, fairly rounded shrub; is rather dense and compact if grown in full sun, much looser and rangy in shaded location Height 3' - 6'(12') Spread equal or more Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors tolerates both full sun and partial shade; thrives in warm locations having afternoon shade Soil prefers moist well-draining sites; tolerates most except highly alkaline Hardiness hardy (zones 4-9, 14-24): best in foothill-valley areas away from coast Morphology: Leaves pinnate, opposite, ovate-lanceolate, bright green; 2"-6" long, aromatic if crushed Flowers reddish-brown or maroon, solitary, 2"-3" across; resembles water lilies in shape; April - September Fruit a small achene Propagation: seed Usage: an excellent large filler or background shrub, useful for its bright green foliage and distinctive red-maroon flowers; good for mass-screening in moist locations receiving some shade; woodlands theme, casual-theme gardens Landscape Care: Watering prefers regular; tolerates ssome drought if grown in shaded locations Fertilizing a balanced fertilizer in spring promotes lush growth if plant receives frequent irrigation Pruning head back and thin out canopy in late fall-winter after bloom to retain size and promote new flowering wood Pests/Diseases relatively free Special Conditions/Other good as a connector between sunny-shady locations Origin:foothills of Sierra Nevada and north coast range Family: Calycanthaceae Notes: |
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