Spicebush

Spicebush is a beloved native shrub for both birds and gardeners. It is named for its spicy, aromatic flowers, leaves, and stems. Small greenish-yellow flowers bloom in early spring. Bright red berries follow in fall on female plants. Golden yellow foliage adds seasonal color to shady landscapes. This easy-to-grow shrub thrives in moist soils and is ideal for rain gardens and naturalized areas.

• Adds 3-season interest to perennial and shrub borders
• Creates a natural medium-growing hedge
• Produces high energy food for birds
• Host plant for the spicebush swallowtail butterfly feeds on the leaves
• Thrives best in part sun, but can tolerate full sun (if there is enough moisture) or a good amount of shade
• Blooms in early spring
• Part Sun to Shade
• 6-12' tall by 6-8' wide
• Deciduous; loses leaves in late fall
• Zone: 4 to 9