Northern Spicebush
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$30.00 - $250.00
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Native deciduous shrub in the laurel family. Found in bottomlands, dry forests, ravines, swamps and along streams. Easy-to-grow, prefers moist, well-drained soils in part shade. On average, it grows 6 to 12’ tall and wide. Dioecious, meaning separate male and female shrubs. Aromatic clusters of tiny, greenish-yellow flowers in spring and bright red drupes the in fall. The crushed leaves have a spicy fragrance. Essential oil of young leaves and twigs can be used in teas.