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Are you looking to add radiance to your yard? The Aphrodite Sweetshrub is the plant for you! Its large, beautiful, fragrant, red blooms will add color and sophistication. It is a continuous rebloomer and resistant to deer. Plant this deciduous shrub in your yard for stunning summer color.
The Aphrodite Sweetshrub has a glossy green foliage which is the perfect contrast for its large rich, red blooms. The blooms are fragrant and continuous all season. The bloom season begins in the summer and lasts till fall. This shrub will reach a height of 60” to 96” inches and has a spread of 60” to 72” inches. The Aphrodite Sweetshrub is a wonderful addition to any landscape. It makes for a one of a kind focal point, and it does well with mass planting.
Aphrodite Sweetshrub Care
Plant your Aphrodite Sweetshrub in full to part sun, ensuring it receives minimum four hours of sun per day. It requires moist well drained soil. It will adapt to all soils with varying PH levels. The water needs for the Aphrodite Sweetshrub are average. It can be pruned to shape after flowering. Apply slow release fertilizer in the spring.
Aphrodite Sweetshrub Spacing
Spacing for your Aphrodite Sweetshrub should be 72” to 84” inches, center on center. Spacing properly when planting in close proximity will ensure your plant is healthy and flourishes.
Aphrodite Sweetshrub Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Bloom Period: Summer to Fall |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Height Class: Tall |
| Height: 5-8 Feet |
| Spread: 5-6 Feet |
| Spacing: 6-7 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Blooms On: New Wood & Old Wood |
| Watering: Average |
| Shrub Type: Deciduous |
| Scientific Name: Aphrodite' Calycanthus floridus USPP 24,014 |
| Common Name: Aphrodite Sweetshrub |
| Other Name(s): Strawberry Bush; Carolina Allspice; Sweet Shade; Bubby Blossom |
| Brand: Proven Winners ColorChoice® |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Features: Fragrant Flower |
- SKU:
- CALAT
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
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