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Miss Scarlett® Illicium

Illicium floridanum ‘JCJC’ PP24640

Brilliant star-shaped crimson blooms blaze against glossy green leaves on this dense growing shrub. Miss Scarlett is sure to draw all eyes to your landscape.

Light Needs

Part Shade to Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 10b

mature dimensions

4-6′ high x 3-4′ wide

More About Miss Scarlett® Illicium

Bloom/Feature

Brilliant star shaped crimson blooms

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Compact Habit

Flowering Season

Spring

Uses

Accent, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Privacy Planting

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

After spring bloom

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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