Spicebush
Shrub

Spicebush

Lindera benzoin

Clusters of tiny yellow flowers appear on bare branches in early spring on a fragrant native shrub with blazing yellow fall color.

Bloom Season
Mar - Apr
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Sun Requirements
◑ Part Shade2-4 hours
● Full ShadeUnder 2 hours
◐ Part Sun4-6 hours
Water Needs
Moderate
Regular watering
Size & Zones
6-10' tall
USDA Zones 4-9
Bloom Colors
Yellow
Traits
♣ Native Species✿ Pollinator Friendly❄ Winter Interest△ Deer Resistant
Soil
LoamClay
Pairs Well With
Serviceberry
Tree
Viburnum
Shrub
Ninebark
Shrub
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