Miss Scarlett® Illicium

Illicium floridanum ‘JCJC’ PP24640

Brilliant star-shaped crimson blooms blaze against glossy green leaves on this dense growing shrub. Illicium is deer resistant.

Light Needs

Part Shade to Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 10b

mature dimensions

4-6′ H x 3-4′ W

More About Miss Scarlett® Illicium

Bloom/Feature

Star shaped crimson blooms appear in spring

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°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 flowering

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in part sun to shade

• Dig hole 3X the width of pot

• Backfill and plant 1″-2″ above soil level

• Water and add more soil if needed

• Mulch plants

• Apply a balanced slow-release each spring

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