Cinnamon Tree

Light Needs

Full Sun

(At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

40-60 Feet

Mature Spread

15-20 Feet

Growing Zones

3-11 patio / 9-11 outdoors

Bring a spice island vibe to your patio or sunroom. The Cinnamon Tree is a glossy, evergreen laurel with softly aromatic leaves and smooth, tan bark—the very source of authentic cinnamon quills. Grown in a warm garden or a bright container you can winter indoors, it lends year-round tropical polish and, with a little patience, small home harvests for baking and mulling.

Cinnamon Tree Care

Give cinnamon bright light and warmth. Outdoors in frost-free climates, plant in full sun to light afternoon shade; indoors, place near a sunny window with bright, indirect light and steady temperatures above ~60°F. Use a rich, well-drained, slightly acidic potting mix (add bark/perlite for containers).

Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy—deeply water, then allow the top inch to dry. Mulch to moderate moisture; avoid waterlogged sites. Feed lightly in spring and midsummer with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Prune after a flush of growth to shape and encourage multiple stems (ideal for small, sustainable bark harvests).

In cold regions (most areas outside USDA Zones ~10–12), grow in a container and bring indoors before night temps drop below ~50°F.

Cinnamon Tree Spacing

As a landscape specimen in warm climates, plan for 8–12 ft tall × 6–8 ft wide (larger over time in ideal conditions). Space 8–10 ft from walls or neighboring plants for airflow and access.

For an informal hedge, plant 6–8 ft on center and clip lightly. In containers, start with a sturdy 16–20"+ pot with excellent drainage; place planters 2–3 ft apart for maintenance room and good light on all sides.

Why Grow a Cinnamon Tree?

• Evergreen, tropical look with aromatic foliage and smooth, handsome bark

• Container-friendly; easy to overwinter indoors in cool climates

• Can produce small, home-use cinnamon bark harvests after establishment

• Attractive, easy-to-shape form for patios, entries, and herb courtyards

• Distinctive culinary and craft uses for leaves and bark aroma

Aromatic, evergreen, and surprisingly adaptable—Cinnamon Tree adds destination style to your space and, with thoughtful care, lets you enjoy the fragrance of fresh, true cinnamon at home.

SKU:

EDB-TRO-CIN-LGL