 | Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus). Hardy, North American shrub Description: Deep maroon, sweetly fragrant flowers in late spring Habit: Grows to 7 feet tall and 10 feet across Culture: Prefers full sun or light shade and rich, evenly moist, garden loam Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5 Origin: North America Attributes: deer resistant Jefferson documented This handsome shrub, native to the southeastern United States, was introduced in 1726. Its other common names include: Bubby Flower,... - Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus). |
