Star Flower Scorpio Anise Tree

Illicium x 'NCIH1' PP #29,939

SKU #34675
6-9

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A dense, compact, evergreen shrub with whimsical star-shaped red flowers. Blooms heavily in spring, with a lighter repeat bloom in late summer. This highly adaptable hybrid is hardier than most and can thrive in a wide variety of soils. An ornamental shrub: non-edible.
LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
SIZE: 3 ft. tall, 5 ft wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9

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Bloom TimeSpring, reblooming in late summer.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesRepeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorGreen
Care InstructionsProvide organically rich, loamy, moist, well-drained soil with acidic to neutral pH; tolerates wet soils. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering. Protect from severe winter elements, especially when young.
Details
Bloom TimeSpring, reblooming in late summer.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesRepeat Flowering, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Hedge
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorGreen
Care
Care InstructionsProvide organically rich, loamy, moist, well-drained soil with acidic to neutral pH; tolerates wet soils. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering. Protect from severe winter elements, especially when young.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.