Calycanthus Aphrodite Offers Bold Color, Sweet Scent, and Pollinator-Friendly Flowers
Add Fragrant, Magnolia-Like Blooms to Your Garden with the Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub
Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub is a stunning Proven Winners® shrub with glossy green leaves, deep red magnolia-style flowers, and an irresistible fragrance that draws in butterflies, pollinators, and garden lovers alike.
The Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub features large, glossy green leaves that add a touch of elegance to any outdoor space. Its flowers are a true spectacle, with stunning, deep red petals that resemble a large magnolia flower. Not only are these blooms visually striking, but they also emit a delightful and enticing fragrance that attracts butterflies and pollinators, adding life and movement to your garden.
Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub Landscape Ideas
To showcase the beauty of the Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub in your landscape, consider planting it in mixed borders, where its vibrant flowers and delightful fragrance can complement other plants. It also works well as a focal point or specimen plant in a garden bed, drawing attention and creating a visual impact. The Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub can also be grown in containers, allowing you to enjoy its captivating blooms on patios, porches, or balconies.
- Mixed borders where its vibrant red blooms complement surrounding plants
- Specimen or focal plant that draws attention with large, fragrant flowers
- Container gardens for patios, porches, and balconies
- Pollinator-friendly plantings that attract butterflies and beneficial insects
- Fragrant garden designs where scent and visual appeal are key
How to Grow Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub
In terms of growth, the Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub typically reaches a mature height and spread of 5-10 feet, making it a medium-sized shrub with a compact and manageable form. It thrives best in USDA grow zones 5-9, where it can tolerate a range of temperatures and climates.
Plant it in an area that receives full to partial sunlight to ensure optimal flowering. The Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub is adaptable to various soil types, but it thrives best in well-drained soil that is kept consistently moist. Regular watering is important, particularly during dry spells.
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to promote healthy growth and abundant blooming. Additionally, pruning can be done in late winter or early spring to maintain its desired shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. With its unique foliage, stunning flowers, and mesmerizing fragrance, the Calycanthus Aphrodite Sweetshrub is a must-have for any garden or landscape design. Embrace the charm and allure it brings, as it transforms your outdoor space into a scented oasis.
- Light Requirements: Plant in full sun to partial shade for optimal flowering.
- Soil Preference: Adapts to various soil types but performs best in well-drained, consistently moist soil.
- Watering Needs: Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to maintain even moisture.
- Fertilizing Schedule: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to support healthy growth.
- Pruning Tips: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood.
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Sunlight
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Foliage Color
Green
Flower Color
Burgundy
Mature Width
5-10 ft
Mature Height
5-10 ft
Growing Zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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