Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus)

Simply Scentsational Sweetshrub in focus.
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Simply Scentsational Sweetshrub in focus.
Simply Scentsational Simply Scentsational Sweetshrub in focus.
Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus)

Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus)

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Please note: Our Ships Now shrubs are still waking up from dormancy! In the spring, shrubs begin to emerge from dormancy with swelling buds and potentially new growth as temperatures rise and daylight hours increase. Most dormant shrubs start leafing out in April, depending on the specific plant and local weather conditions.
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Height 72-72 in.
Spread 48-60 in.
Zones 4 5 6 7 8 9
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Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub is a stunning and fragrant addition to any wildlife garden. From late spring to mid-summer, this native shrub showcases velvety, magnolia-like red flowers that contrast beautifully with its bright green foliage. The blossoms emit a delightful fragrance, blending the sweet scents of melon, banana, and strawberry for a truly captivating experience. With its unique charm and wildlife-friendly appeal, Simply Scentsational® is an excellent choice for enhancing your garden with both color and scent. 

  • 6 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide at maturity
  • Hardy in zones 4-9, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
  • Plant in part to full sun (4+ hours daily)
  • Space plants 4-5 feet apart for best results
  • Produces fragrant red flowers from late spring through summer
  • Maintains green foliage spring to frost
  • Blooms on old and new wood
  • Great for landscapes, as a specimen or focal point
  • Resists deer
  • Native to North America, continuous bloom

Please note: Our Ships Now shrubs are still waking up from dormancy! In the spring, shrubs begin to emerge from dormancy with swelling buds and potentially new growth as temperatures rise and daylight hours increase. Most dormant shrubs start leafing out in April, depending on the specific plant and local weather conditions.

Care:  Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring.  Adaptable to most moist well drained soils. Prune to shape after flowering, if desired. 

Shipping Info:

  • Enjoy free shipping on orders over $125
  • Size at shipping varies by the season and plant
    • Quart shrubs are 5-8 in. at the time of shipment
    • 1 Gallon shrubs are 6-24 in. at the time of shipment
  • Shrubs shipped Nov-Apr will arrive dormant; shrubs shipped Apr-Oct will arrive green or in bloom

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Features

Characteristics

  • Height: >6 ft.
  • Height: 72-72 in.
  • Spread: 48-60 in.
  • Habit: Upright
  • Light Requirements: Full Sun (6+ Hours)
  • Light Requirements: Part Sun (4-6 Hours)
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