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ILLICIUM henryi
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Description: This species from China is similar to other illiciums, having a combination of glossy, evergreen foliage, dense pyramidal form and shade-tolerance. The star-petaled, 1.5 inch flowers range from pink to deep crimson and bloom in late spring from the leaf axils. Leaves are anise-scented and deer-resistant. While it loves shade, our magnificent specimen is 15 feet tall in full sun. Maintenance- free. Use as a specimen or privacy screen. This is the cream of the crop among the several anise-tree species on the market. Plant it in moist, well-drained soils. An established plant in central Pennsylvania has endured -28 F with no damage!
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Plant Facts...
Plant Type: Evergreen Tree Native To: Asia Growing Zones: 6 - 9 Sun Exposure: Full Sun/Partial Shade Hardy To: -20°F Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained Bloom Color: Pink Bloom Season: Late Midseason (June) Foliage Color: Dark Green Habit: Pyramidal Width: (at 10 years) 3 - 5 ft. Height: (at 10 years) 5 - 8 ft.
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