CALYCANTHUS floridus 'Michael Lindsey'
CALYCANTHUS floridus 'Michael Lindsey'
Commonly known as Carolina allspice
Fragrant reddish brown flowers with long flowering period
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Deer resistant. Can sucker, best removed. -
Pests & Diseases
Pest free, may be susceptible to honey fungus -
DeciduousGood autumn colour
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Red
Dark red -
Cup-and-saucer-shaped
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Border
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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