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Calycanthus occidentalis
Spice Bush
Information by: Joni Clayton - Mockingbird Photographer: Steve Mullany
Description
A large, fast deciduous shrub growing to 12' tall and 15' wide, the Spice Bush bears large green leaves and small, dull red magnolia-like flowers with narrow petals. Its leaves are fragrant when crushed. The plant should be grown in partial sun or shade, with average to little summer watering and good drainage.