Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub

Uses: Perennial flowering shrub. Great for lawns and as a potted patio plant! 

Benefits: Extremely fragrant flowering shrub with gorgeous, magnolia-like blooms! Attracts pollinators and butterflies! Bold, glossy foliage! 

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9

Sun: Full Sun to Partial Sun

Life Cycle: Perennial 

Mature Height: 6'

Mature Width: 4' - 5'

Bloom Season: Late Spring Through Early Summer

Fantastically fragrant!

As soon as you come near Simply Scentsational® Calycanthus by Proven Winners®, your nose knows: this is something special. Commonly called Carolina Allspice, this sweet shrub actually lives up to - maybe even exceeds - the oft-described (but seldom smelt!) hints of pineapple and bubblegum in the fragrance.

Blooms of this North American native are an intriguing deep maroon and appear in abundance through late spring and summer.

The blooms are powerfully fragrant, even when they are wilted - you've really just got to smell it for yourself. You’ll wish you had two noses to better enjoy the blooms on Simply Scentsational® sweetshrub! This native doesn’t just smell good, its dark red magnolia-like blooms make a dramatic statement in the spring garden!

Unforgettably fragrant blooms are perfect for freshly cut flowers! 

Bold, glossy foliage! 

Deer resistant! 

Sweetshrub Care

Ensure your Sweet Shrub receives full to partial sunlight, as insufficient light can impede its growth and flowering capabilities. Fertilization is key, especially in poor soil conditions; a slow-release fertilizer provides essential nutrients over time and is an excellent choice for supporting healthy growth. Our Almanac Planting Co Slow Release Fertilizer is perfect for plants like the Sweetshrub!

Sweetshrub is a vigorous plant that can produce long shoots if not regularly pruned. Pruning encourages a dense, bushy form, enhancing the plant's appearance and health. Spring trimming or shearing is important for managing old-wood flower buds, though allowing new growth ensures blooms. Bear in mind that flower bud production may wane by mid-summer.

After planting, it's crucial to water the Sweetshrub regularly until it's well-established. Aim for soil that is lightly moist but not waterlogged. Applying a 2"-3" layer of mulch around the plant helps retain soil moisture and supports optimal root development and plant health. These care tips will help your Sweetshrub thrive, showcasing lush foliage and vibrant blooms.

Size of Sweetshrub for Sale Online

The Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub that we sell online will ship in a greenhouse grade grow pot. Each plant will be appropriately sized for its pot. Please contact us with any specific questions.

Size of Sweetshrub When Mature

Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub will reach mature heights of 6' and mature widths of 4' - 5'. 

What is the botanical name of Simply Scentsational® Sweetshrub?

Its botanical name is Calycanthus floridus ‘SMNCAF’.