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Florida Sunshine Illicium
Illicium parviflorum 'Florida Sunshine'
Pronunciation: il-LISS-ee-um par-VEE-flor-um
SKU #41014
LIGHT:
Partial shade
WATER:
Keep soil consistently moist.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 5 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide.
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| Description | A dazzling, large shrub or compact tree with glossy, chartreuse-yellow foliage and red hued stems, enhanced by the delightful licorice-scented fruit for weeks beginning late spring. The small non-edible fruits are not a substitute for the culinary spice obtained from Illicium verum - DO NOT INGEST. Excellent accent for small, lightly shaded spaces. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Insignificant |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Chartreuse |
| Companion Plants | Sweet Box (Sarcococca); Holly Fern (Cyrtomium); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra); Bush Lily (Clivia); Aralia (Fatsia) |
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering. |
| History | 'Florida Sunshine' was developed by Florida plantsman Charles Webb. |
Details
| Description | A dazzling, large shrub or compact tree with glossy, chartreuse-yellow foliage and red hued stems, enhanced by the delightful licorice-scented fruit for weeks beginning late spring. The small non-edible fruits are not a substitute for the culinary spice obtained from Illicium verum - DO NOT INGEST. Excellent accent for small, lightly shaded spaces. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Insignificant |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Chartreuse |
| Companion Plants | Sweet Box (Sarcococca); Holly Fern (Cyrtomium); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra); Bush Lily (Clivia); Aralia (Fatsia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering. |
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History
| History | 'Florida Sunshine' was developed by Florida plantsman Charles Webb. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Florida Sunshine Illicium produce flowers?
Insignificant
Is Florida Sunshine Illicium evergreen or deciduous?
Florida Sunshine Illicium is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Florida Sunshine Illicium?
Florida Sunshine Illicium is Dramatic Foliage Color, Compact Form.
Is Florida Sunshine Illicium resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Florida Sunshine Illicium grow?
Florida Sunshine Illicium has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Florida Sunshine Illicium in my landscape?
Florida Sunshine Illicium is suitable for: Border, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color are Florida Sunshine Illicium flowers?
Florida Sunshine Illicium produces Yellow flowers.
What color is the foliage of Florida Sunshine Illicium?
Florida Sunshine Illicium has Chartreuse foliage.
What plants grow well with Florida Sunshine Illicium?
Good companion plants for Florida Sunshine Illicium include: Sweet Box (Sarcococca); Holly Fern (Cyrtomium); Cast Iron Plant (Aspidistra); Bush Lily (Clivia); Aralia (Fatsia).
How do I care for Florida Sunshine Illicium?
Provide organically rich, moist, well-drained soil. Shelter from harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; once established, water as needed to maintain evenly moist soil. Apply an acid fertilizer in early spring. Prune to shape after flowering.
What is the history of Florida Sunshine Illicium?
'Florida Sunshine' was developed by Florida plantsman Charles Webb.
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