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CALYCANTHUS 'Aphrodite'
Exceptionally large, fragrant red flowers, re-blooming
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - butterflies. Repeat blooms throughout summer. Aromatic bark -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
USA. Developed by Proven Winners -
DeciduousOval or oblong, dark green leaves to 12cm (5in) long
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Red
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Oblong
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft) -
Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightBushy, spreading shrub. Produces magnolia-like flowers 7.5-10cm (3-4in) across terminally or from axils of the current year's shoots
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowersStrawberry-scented
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harmful if eaten
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Pruning group
Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Calycanthus - Growing Guide
Planting Combinations




