Seven-son Flower (Heptacodium Miconioides) is a perennial shrub in the Caprifoliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Heptacodium miconioides is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its fragrant creamy-white flowers that bloom in late summer and its attractive pink sepals that persist after petals fall.

Seven-son Flower

Seven-son Flower

Heptacodium Miconioides

Heptacodium miconioides is a deciduous shrub or small tree known for its fragrant creamy-white flowers that bloom in late summer and its attractive pink sepals that persist after petals fall.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, late-season interest

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Seven-son Flower

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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:Caprifoliaceae
Genus:Heptacodium