Lindera benzoin

Spicebush

Attractive rhizomatous shrub; stems, leaves, and fruit have a spicy scent when crushed; provides cover for wildlife and habitat for the swallowtail butterfly; fruit is a source of food for wildlife in the fall.

General Product Information

• Species:

  Spicebush

• Species Type:

  Native

• Product Categories:

  Woody Trees, Shrubs & Vines

• Characteristics:

  Red berries.

• Habitat:

  Rich moist woods.

• Bloom Period:

  Spring

• Flower Color:

  Yellow

• Typical Height:

  16.3 ft

• Minimum Root Depth:

  18 in

• pH:

  4.5 – 6.0

• Pollinator Value:

  Low

Indicator Regions

• Northcentral & Northeast:

  FACW

• Midwest

  FACW

• Eastern Mountains and Piedmont:

  FAC

• Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain

  FACW

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Tolerances

• Shade:

  Moderate

• Drought:

  Low

• Salt:

  No

Seed Information

• Approximate seeds per lb:

  4,500

• Seeding rate per acre in a mix:

  Up to 3.33 lb

• Truax Seedbox:

  Fluffy