Spicebush 1 Live Native Shrub, 2 Gallon Pot – Lindera benzoin

Spicebush (Lindera benzoin), also known as Northern Spicebush or Common Spicebush, is a deciduous shrub native to eastern North America. It is valued for its aromatic foliage, delicate yellow spring flowers, attractive autumn color, and ecological importance in native landscapes. Its naturally rounded, branching growth habit makes it suitable for woodland gardens, shaded borders, naturalized plantings, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

In early spring, Spicebush produces clusters of small, yellow to greenish-yellow flowers along its branches, often before the leaves emerge. Its oval, bright green leaves release a distinctive spicy fragrance when crushed and gradually turn golden yellow in autumn. Female plants may produce glossy red, berry-like fruits when a compatible male plant is nearby for pollination. These fruits can attract birds and other wildlife.

Spicebush performs well in partial shade and can also grow in full sun when adequate soil moisture is available. It prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soil and is especially well suited to woodland edges and naturalistic garden settings. As a native host plant for the Spicebush Swallowtail butterfly, it provides valuable habitat for caterpillars and contributes to biodiversity in native plant gardens.

Each order includes 1 live Spicebush supplied in a 2-gallon nursery pot (G2).

Shipping Height: Approx. 10 inches tall at time of shipping.

Shipping Size

• Quantity: 1 Live Spicebush

• Container Size: 2 Gallon Nursery Pot (G2)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 10 inches tall at time of shipping.

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Native Shrub

• Flower Color: Yellow to Greenish-Yellow

• Flower Form: Small Clusters Along Branches

• Fruit Color: Glossy Red on Pollinated Female Plants

• Foliage Color: Green

• Fall Foliage: Golden Yellow

• Foliage Fragrance: Aromatic, Spicy

• Growth Habit: Rounded, Branching, Multi-Stemmed

• Bloom Season: Early Spring

• Seasonal Appearance: Deciduous; May Arrive Dormant or Leafless During Winter

Botanical Name Clarification: Spicebush is botanically identified as Lindera benzoin, a native North American shrub in the Lauraceae family. It should not be confused with other plants commonly called spicebush, including Calycanthus species.

Male and Female Plant Disclosure: Spicebush is generally dioecious, meaning male and female flowers occur on separate plants. Female plants may develop red fruits when pollinated by a compatible male plant. Plant sex is not specified for this listing, and fruit production is not guaranteed.

Native Wildlife Value: Spicebush is a host plant for Spicebush Swallowtail butterfly caterpillars and may also support other native insects. Its spring flowers can provide resources for early-season pollinators, while fruits on female plants may be consumed by birds.

Seasonal Flowering Disclosure: Spicebush flowers primarily in early spring, often before foliage emerges. Plants shipped outside their flowering period may arrive without flowers or fruit.

Seasonal Appearance Disclosure: Spicebush is a deciduous shrub that naturally loses its foliage during autumn. Plants shipped during winter dormancy or before spring leaf emergence may arrive completely leafless.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

• Quantity: 1 Live Spicebush

• Container Size: 2 Gallon Nursery Pot (G2)

• Shipping Height: Approx. 10 inches tall at time of shipping.

• Common Name: Spicebush

• Other Common Names: Northern Spicebush, Common Spicebush

• Scientific Name: Lindera benzoin

• Plant Family: Lauraceae

• Plant Type: Native Deciduous Ornamental Shrub

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Plant Form: Rooted, Container-Grown Live Shrub

• Native Range: Eastern North America

• Growth Habit: Rounded, Branching, Multi-Stemmed

• Flower Color: Yellow to Greenish-Yellow

• Flower Form: Small Clusters Along Branches

• Bloom Season: Early Spring

• Fruit Color: Glossy Red on Pollinated Female Plants

• Plant Sex: Not Specified

• Foliage Color: Green

• Fall Foliage: Golden Yellow

• Foliage Fragrance: Aromatic, Spicy

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Generally 4–9

• Sunlight: Partial Shade to Full Sun

• Soil Preference: Fertile, Moist, Well-Drained Soil

• Water Requirements: Moderate; Prefers Consistent Moisture

• Landscape Uses: Native Gardens, Woodland Borders, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, and Shaded Landscapes

• Native North American Shrub: Yes

• Spicebush Swallowtail Host Plant: Yes

• Pollinator Interest: Yes

• Bird Habitat Value: Yes

• Aromatic Foliage: Yes

• Golden Fall Color: Yes

• Woodland Garden Suitable: Yes

• Naturalistic Garden Suitable: Yes

• Partial Shade Suitable: Yes

• Container Suitable: Yes, With Adequate Drainage and Root Space

• Outdoor Plant: Yes

• Evergreen/Deciduous: Deciduous

• Seasonal Appearance: May Arrive Dormant or Leafless

• Primary Feature: Fragrant Native Foliage, Yellow Spring Flowers, and Wildlife Habitat Value

Live Spicebush (Lindera benzoin), natural root system, nursery growing medium, 2-gallon nursery pot (G2).