Scientific Name
Lindera obtusiloba

Common Name
Japanese spice bush

 
Hardiness Zones: 6 to 7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil
Height: 10 to 20 feet
Width: 8 to 12 feet
Texture: Medium
Form: Multi-stemmed shrub to small tree
Flower/Fruit: Shiny greenish yellow, spicily fragrant flowers in late winter; red fruit changing to black in fall
Foliage: Alternate, simple, leathery, lustrous dark green leaves; 2.5 to 5" long; brilliant golden yellow fall color
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