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Carolina Allspice

Calycanthus floridus, Calycanthaceae

Zones
4–9
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Sun (optimal)Partial Shade (acceptable)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Flowering DogwoodCornus florida
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
SpicebushLindera benzoin
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Catawba RhododendronRhododendron catawbiense

Both produce secondary metabolites and compete for similar woodland understory conditions

Uses

Functions

Wildlife HabitatOrnamentalWildlife Habitat

Common Questions

What zones does Carolina Allspice grow in?

Carolina Allspice grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Carolina Allspice?

Good companions for Carolina Allspice include Flowering Dogwood, Spicebush.

Design guilds with Carolina Allspice and see companion relationships visually.

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