1 Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus) Carolina Allspice Live Bare Root Plant 12-18 Inches

Sweetshrub, also known as Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus floridus), is a deciduous shrub prized for its fragrant, maroon-brown flowers and glossy green foliage. The blooms appear in late spring to early summer and emit a sweet, fruity scent that attracts pollinators. This versatile native shrub works well as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a fragrant hedge. It is tolerant of a range of soil conditions and is generally low-maintenance once established.

This listing offers a live bare root plant that is 12 to 18 inches tall, ready to be planted and enjoyed in your garden.

Plant Features

• Fragrant maroon-brown flowers in late spring to early summer
• Glossy green leaves that turn yellow in fall
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
• Deer-resistant and low-maintenance
• Native to the southeastern United States

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Calycenthus floridus
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types
• Water Requirements: Medium; water regularly during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright, rounded
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 6-9 feet
• Spacing: 4-6 feet apart

Planting & Care

Plant your bare root Sweetshrub as soon as possible after arrival. Soak the roots in water for a few hours before planting. Choose a location with well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the root system, place the plant so the crown is at or slightly above soil level, and backfill with soil. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape if desired.

Once established, Sweetshrub is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry spells. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer if growth appears weak. Mulch annually to maintain soil moisture and health.

What's Included

One (1) live bare root Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus) plant, 12-18 inches tall.