Calycanthus Floridus Var. Glaucus (Carolina Allspice)

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Position: full sun Soil: fertile, moist, humus-rich soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to August Flower colour: dark red Hardiness: fully hardy This spreading shrub is an excellent, scented specimen for a sunny shrub or mixed border. Not only does it produce fragrant, brownish-red, strap-shaped flowers from June to August, but the dark green leaves give off a fabulous aromatic scent when crushed. A delight. Garden care: In March cut back to the permanent framework of the plant. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost, manure or leaf-mould around the base of the plant.

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