Illicium x 'Woodland Ruby'
Woodland Ruby Anise
Beautiful star-shaped, deep reddish flowers bloom for several weeks in early summer. Anise-scented evergreen foliage is somewhat reflexed in winter. Provides nesting sites for songbirds and cover for wildlife. Deer resistant.
- Woody, broadleaf evergreen
- Showy, star-shaped rosy-pink flowers spring & fall
- Deer resistant
- Category: Shrub
- Hardiness Zone: 7a-10b
- Height: 6-8 ft
- Spread: 6-8 ft
Specialty Use
| • | Woodland Garden |
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Pollinators |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Foliage
| • | Evergreen |
Growth Rate
| • | Slow |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Fragrant |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Native |
| • | Spring Bloomer |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Illicium x 'Woodland Ruby'
Grows best in moist, well-drained soil that is high in organic matter. Part shade to full shade. Protect from winter winds.