Lindera benzoin ~ Spice Bush size-1pt-pot They hold their shape well

They hold their shape well and add a tangy flavor to pies

If need to trim back do so after bloom

IMAGE: Photo by Tero Laakso

Grows best in full sun and dry to medium well-drained soils

IMAGE: Photo by T

Lindera benzoin ~ Spice Bush size-1pt-pot They hold their shape wellSpice Bush is a native rounded deciduous shrub with spicy aromatic foliage and peppery scented and flavored berries. The thick light green foliage turns an attractive yellow in fall. Clusters of fragrant tiny green yellow flowers bloom in early spring before the foliage emerges attracting bees and butterflies, then give way to bright red fruits that are mostly hidden until the foliage drops. Grows best in average, well drained soils. Tolerates heavy