LINDERA BENZOIN `SCARLET LADY`

Lindera benzoin 'Scarlet Lady'
Scarlet Lady Spicebush - Female

»  Great source of nectar for butterflies in spring
»  Host plant for spicebush and tiger swallowtails
»  Fragrant flowers and foliage

:American Beauties Native Plants
Hardiness Zone:4-9
Height:6-10 ft
Spread:6-10 ft
This selection is selected from female plants with red berries. Spicebush is a multi-stemmed shrub is covered with fragrant yellow flowers in early spring. Aromatic green leaves turn yellow-gold in fall. Birds feed on the brilliant red fruits available in late summer. These berries are one of the best sources of energy for long distance migratory birds.