Calycanthus floridus 'Athens'

Sweetshrub

'Athens' ('Katherine') Sweetshrub has yellow flowers in May and June that are consistently fragrant. A great introduction from Dr. Michael Dirr in Athens, Georgia; originally provided to him by Mrs. Symmes. It was named after his daughter Katherine. It is wet site tolerant. Cut branches can be brought inside to provide strong fragrance.

Height

5 Feet

Spread

4 Feet

Bloom Color

Yellow

USDA Hardiness Zone

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

•	Deer Resistant
•	Erosion Control
•	Fragrant - Flower
•	Native

Soil Conditions

•	Average
•	Moist

Bloom Time

•

Summer

Exposure

•	Partial Shade/Shade Tolerant
•	Sun

Attracts Wildlife

•	Attracts Pollinators

Tolerance

•	Clay Soil Tolerant
•	Dry Shade Tolerant
•	Wet Site Tolerant

Foliage Color

•

Green

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