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| 16-23 | 25% off | $14.62 ea |
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Calycanthus 'Aphrodite'
Choose Aphrodite Sweetshrub if you want fragrance near a walk, patio, or driveway and have room for a full rounded shrub; the tradeoff is size, because this is not a tight foundation plant.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | The fragrant red flowers give this shrub a clear purpose when planted where people pass nearby. |
| Growth Rate | B | It grows at a steady moderate pace without acting like a fast filler. |
| Maintenance | B | It needs space more than heavy pruning, though occasional shaping after bloom keeps it controlled. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | D | This shrub wants room to round out and will feel cramped in narrow beds. |
| Screening Value | B- | It can help soften views in season, but it is deciduous and not a dense year-round screen. |
At PGNE, we’d typically recommend Aphrodite Sweetshrub for a roomy border where the fragrance can be enjoyed up close, not tucked behind other shrubs where the flowers and scent get missed.
| Mature Height | 6-12 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 6-12 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 5a-9b |
| Spacing | 6-12 ft |
| Sun | Full sun to part sun |
| Moisture | Average water; moist, well-drained soil |
| Growth Habit | Upright deciduous shrub |
Yes, the flowers have a sweet, spicy scent, best noticed when planted near regular foot traffic.
You can shape it, but it is better to give it room than fight its natural size.
Use it near a walkway, driveway, patio edge, or mixed border where fragrance matters.
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SKU:PGNE-31297
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Showed up on time and planted it perfectly. I indicated a light we had to illuminate it and they placed it for optimal lighting. Worked fast and left a clean worksite. First rate!
Really great website, communication and installation. Very happy customer and would recommend them.
They delivered three trees: a big linden, a big poplar and a little spice bush with install on the big trees. The install guys were great and professional and fast. All the trees looked good with minimal damage.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
They're very "leggy" right now but that's not unexpected in the fall. Otherwise, they look healthy, and we're looking forward to seeing them next year.
These look so good! They're nice and full and lush. Should be amazing next summer.
So far so good! Ordering was easy. So was pickup. We're looking forward to seeing how it does in the spring.
