{"product_id":"calycanthus-venus-sweetshrub-venus-carolina-allspice-shrub-shrub-height-90-100cm-12lt","title":"Calycanthus 'Venus' - Sweetshrub Venus| Carolina Allspice - Shrub - Shrub - Height 90-100cm - 12lt","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eCalycanthus ‘Venus’ is a striking deciduous shrub, often known as a sweetshrub or Carolina allspice, that brings abundant ornamental interest to a garden from late spring into summer. It’s a hybrid selection created from crosses involving several species of Calycanthus, resulting in larger, more dramatic flowers than many traditional varieties. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"797\"\u003eThis shrub develops a rounded, multi-stemmed habit, typically growing to around 2–4 metres in height and spread under favourable conditions, though many garden forms remain more compact at around 1.5–2 metres. Its glossy, dark green leaves are broad and attractively shaped, turning yellow-brown in autumn before the plant drops them for winter. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eThe most remarkable feature of Calycanthus ‘Venus’ is its large, creamy-white flowers, which often have yellow and purple markings at their centres and a subtle but delightful fragrance. The blooms are sometimes described as magnolia-like in shape, appearing from late spring through much of the summer and sometimes intermittently into early autumn. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eThis shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It is adaptable to a range of soil types — from clay to loam — provided it isn’t prone to prolonged waterlogging. Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance, benefiting from light pruning after flowering to tidy the plant and encourage new growth. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003eCalycanthus ‘Venus’ works beautifully as a specimen plant, at the back of mixed borders, or as part of a cottage-style or informal garden scheme. Its combination of ornate flowers, scent and autumn leaf colour makes it a rewarding choice for gardeners seeking both structure and seasonal interest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arundel Arboretum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56507651522938,"sku":"CALY-VENU-SH10-12","price":79.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9130\/4688\/files\/1c8064c4-448a-4195-9914-33767356e7de.jpg?v=1769177163","url":"https:\/\/www.arundelarboretum.co.uk\/products\/calycanthus-venus-sweetshrub-venus-carolina-allspice-shrub-shrub-height-90-100cm-12lt","provider":"Arundel Arboretum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}