Northern Spicebush

Common Name: Northern Spicebush, Spicebush, Wild Allspice

Scientific Name: Lindera benzoin (L.) Blume

Zone: 4-9

Blossom Colour: Yellow-green (small, fragrant flowers in early spring)

Flowering Type: Dioecious (separate male and female plants) with clusters of tiny flowers

Summer Colour: Glossy green leaves

Fall Colour: Brilliant yellow

Mature Height (ft): 6-12

Mature Spread (ft): 6-8

Exposure: Partial to full shade

Tree Type: Deciduous shrub

Watering: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil, but is drought-tolerant once established

Fertilization: Generally low-maintenance, but a light application of balanced fertilizer in early spring can encourage growth