Carolina Allspice (Calycanthus Floridus) is a perennial shrub in the Calycanthaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A dense, rounded deciduous shrub with aromatic foliage and distinctive maroon to reddish flowers with a fruity scent.

Carolina Allspice

Carolina Allspice

Calycanthus Floridus

A dense, rounded deciduous shrub with aromatic foliage and distinctive maroon to reddish flowers with a fruity scent.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, privacy hedge, ornamental flowering shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Carolina Allspice

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Calycanthaceae
Genus:Calycanthus