Lindera benzoin (Spicebush)
Botanical Information
| Family | Lauraceae |
| Genus | Lindera |
| Species | benzoin |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Pronunciation |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 9 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 2-4 m |
| Spread | 2-4 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | March |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | This fragrant plant prefers to grow in full to partial shade in average to well drained soil. |
| Shape | Loosely rounded and somewhat unkempt. |
| Landscape | Works well in shrub borders, woodland gardens or along the side of ponds and rivers. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. Joany’s Woods, West Williams, Middlesex County, Ontario, Canada. |
| Habitat | As an understory shrub in climax forests of Southern Ontario. |
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