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Calycanthus — Shrubs

Calycanthus

Sun or part shade, moderate watering — hardy through cold winters.

Photograph of Calycanthus
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Plant out
Mar
In flower
Jun, Jul, Aug
Sun
Part sun
Water
Medium
Difficulty
Easy
Hardiness
H5
Season
spring,summer
Height
250–400 cm
Spacing
400 cm
Pets
Toxic to pets

Growing notes

Grows to 2.5-4 metres. Space about 250-400cm apart. In flower Summer.

Toxic to pets

Calycanthus is harmful to people and pets if any part of it is eaten, so do not let children or animals chew it. If a person has swallowed some, get medical advice; if a pet has, contact a vet.

→ NHS 111 for a person; your vet or the Animal PoisonLine for an animal