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Red Zeppelin® Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus)

Red Zeppelin® Sweetshrub (Calycanthus floridus)

Please Note: Our shrubs are beginning to go dormant. You may notice yellowing of leaves, leaf spots and/or thinning foliage. Upon arrival, water only if the top few inches of soil are dry.

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Get ready for a showstopper in your garden with Red Zeppelin® Sweetshrub. This striking shrub stands out with its glossy, burgundy-red foliage that holds its rich color all season long, adding a dramatic flair to any landscape. Whether planted in full or partial sun, the deep hues of its leaves provide a stunning backdrop, but for the most vibrant color, some sunlight is key. In late spring and early summer, Red Zeppelin® surprises you with lightly fragrant, orange-red flowers that bloom in graceful contrast to its bold foliage. The flowers, though subtle in scent, add an extra layer of beauty and allure to this already impressive shrub. Perfect for adding a splash of color and texture to your garden, Red Zeppelin® Sweetshrub is a must-have for those seeking a hardy, low-maintenance shrub that combines both beauty and fragrance. Make your garden rock with the captivating presence of Red Zeppelin®.

4-8 feet tall and 4-6 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 4-6 feet apart for best results
Produces lightly fragrant orange-red flowers in late spring/early summer
Blooms on old wood
Maintains glossy burgundy-red foliage spring to frost
Great for borders, cut flowers, hedges, screening and landscapes
Resists deer
Native to North America, heat tolerant

Care: Fertilize with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food in spring and mid-summer. Prune to shape after flowering if desired. Flowers on old wood, so late-season trimming should be avoided. Benefits from a protected site and/or heavy mulch in colder end of its hardiness range. Because of its burgundy foliage, Red Zeppelin calycanthus is less shade tolerant than other selections.