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Lindera benzoin

Spicebush

A rounded shrub suitable for naturalizing, especially in a moist, semi-shady area. A male pollinator is needed to set the oval-shaped, scarlet fruits which follow greenish-yellow flowers. The light green leaves are very aromatic when crushed.

  • »  Yellowish-white flowers appear before the leaves
  • »  Female plants display crimson berries contrasting with the gold, fall colour
  • »  Medium-green, oval leaves
  • »  Foliage is fragrant when crushed
  • »  Upright, rounded plant
  • »  Bloom Time: Early spring

1gal
$24.38
3gal
$52.81
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:3-4 m
  • Spread:2-3 m
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Native to Ontario
• Berries
• Deciduous
• Drought Tolerant
• Fall Color
• Fragrant
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
Habit
• Rounded
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Naturalizing
• Specimen
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Lindera benzoin

Native to Ontario 

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Lindera benzoin

Lindera grow well in full sun or partial shade in a moist, well-drained soil, however, they will tolerate dry soil conditions.