Aphrodite
Calycanthus 'Aphrodite'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 72-84 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 15-20 years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining loam |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Elliptic (Oval tapering ends) |
| Foliage colour | Glossy green |
| Bloom | Red, Burgundy |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings, layering |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Clethra, Itea, Hydrangea |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Pruning in Spring
Maintenance
Prune to shape immediately after flowering.
Cleanup
Remove dead or broken branches in late winter.
Notes
Long blooming period from early summer to late summer.