Illicium floridanum Miss Scarlett® (Florida Anise)
Illicium floridanum Miss Scarlett® (Florida Anise) is a compact evergreen shrub of upright habit, with elliptic, dark green leaves. In spring, brilliant star-shaped crimson flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), packed with up to 20-30 strap-shaped petals, are on display for 4-6 weeks.
Illicium floridanum Miss Scarlett® (Florida Anise) is a compact evergreen shrub of upright habit, with elliptic, dark green leaves. In spring, brilliant star-shaped crimson flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), packed with up to 20-30 strap-shaped petals, are on display for 4-6 weeks. A great evergreen shrub for difficult wet and shady areas where it can be used as screening, in masses or against a sheltered wall.
- Grows up to 4-6 ft. tall (120-180 cm) and 3-4 ft. wide (90-120 cm).
- A part shade to full shade lover, this plant is easily grown in moist soils. Tolerates erosion and wet planting sites.
- May need pruning when young after flowering.
- Generally pest and disease free.
- Propagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
- Both the foliage and fruit are poisonous to livestock.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 7 – 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 4 – 9 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Illicium – Anise Trees |
| Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
| Height | 4' – 6' (120cm – 180cm) |
| Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
| Spacing | 36″ – 48″ (90cm – 120cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Moisture Retentive |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Deer, Wet Soil |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden |