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Quick Facts

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Native Range: Eastern North America
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil: Medium, Well-Drained
Height: 6–10 ft
Bloom Time: May–June
Flower Color: Maroon to Reddish-Brown
Spacing: 4–6 ft
Deer Resistance: High
Pollinator Value: Moderate to High

Description

Sweetshrub is a native deciduous shrub with aromatic, maroon to reddish-brown cup-shaped flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. The fragrant flowers attract native bees and provide aesthetic interest in gardens. Sweetshrub tolerates a variety of soils and performs well in sunny or partially shaded areas. Its dense, multi-stemmed growth habit makes it an excellent choice for woodland gardens, naturalized plantings, and pollinator-supportive landscapes.

Ecological Benefits 🐝

Wildlife Value

Attracts native bees

Supports beneficial insects

Provides shelter for small wildlife

Adds fragrant flowers for pollinator attraction

Supports garden biodiversity

Known Associations

Bumblebees

Sweat bees

Leafcutter bees

Butterflies

Hoverflies

Small birds (for shelter)

Garden Uses

Pollinator gardens

Native plant gardens

Woodland gardens

Naturalized landscapes

Fragrant borders

Wildlife-supportive plantings

Why We Grow It

We grow Sweetshrub because it is a fragrant, multi-stemmed native shrub that attracts pollinators and provides seasonal interest. Its aromatic flowers and adaptability make it an outstanding addition to native plant gardens and naturalized landscapes.