- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 6 Feet
- Mature Width 4 - 5 Feet
- Growing Zones 4-9
It’s new, fragrant and native, and a soon-to-be favorite of gardeners and wildlife. Simply Scentsational Sweetshrub (Calycanthus) brings all the benefits of native plants in an exotic-looking shrub with wine-red flowers. Grow this sweetshrub anywhere in the landscape, but try to pick a spot where you can enjoy its fruity yet spicy scent. The fragrant, magnolia-like flowers keep coming from early summer through late spring with no very little care.
This sweetshrub grows to nearly 6 feet high and 5 feet wide, so it’s a pretty feature, or specimen, plant to stand out in front of a wall or house. The deep red color is rare in native plants and can add a sense of drama and height to any native garden (not to mention that fragrance). Cold hardy to zone 4, plus heat and drought tolerant, it’s a versatile choice for a native reblooming plant that also is deer resistant.
Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub Care
Planting and caring for this native sweetshrub is easy. Plant it in part to full sun (5-plus hours of sun a day) and in nearly any soil type, as long as it drains well. Water it regularly, with a slow-deep soak for the first growing season. Once established, average water is enough, and in the second year, the plant can withstand brief drought. The shrub might need more water than usual during peak heat of summer.
Like most native plants, Simply Scentsational needs very little help to grow and flower. It typically does not need fertilizing. Pruning is only necessary to shape the plant as desired. Blooms appear on both old wood and new wood, so it is best to prune right after the shrub is done flowering for the season.
Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub Spacing
Give this shrub plenty of room to grow to its mature size and space it at least 48 to 60 inches from other plants or from structures, measuring from the center of the shrub out.
Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 6 Feet |
| Mature Width: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Mature Spacing: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Seasonal Interest: Early Summer Mid Summer Late Spring |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Bright Green |
| Resists: Deer |
| Features: Deadheading Not Necessary, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America, Continuous Blooming or Reblooming |
| Uses: Landscape Specimen or Focal Point |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Calycanthus x 'SMNCAF' USPPAF, Can PBRAF |
- SKU:
- CALSS
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
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
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Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations