{"title":"Spicebush seeds","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; font-family: Georgia, serif; line-height: 1.8; color: #2e2e2e;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 60px; margin-bottom: 30px; font-size: 1.9em; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eFill Your Shade Garden with Fragrance and Wildlife with Spicebush Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eEvery garden has that one shady corner where nothing seems to thrive — too dark for most flowers, too damp for the sun-lovers, basically just sitting there collecting leaves and disappointment. Spicebush was literally born for that spot. This native shrub doesn't just tolerate shade — it actually prefers it. And what it does in return is kind of incredible. Bright yellow flowers in early spring before anything else is blooming. Aromatic leaves that smell like a spice cabinet when you crush them. Glossy red berries in fall that migrating birds devour. And autumn foliage so buttery golden-yellow it practically glows. All of this, in the shade. In the spot you thought was useless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eIf you've been searching for spicebush seeds for planting in your woodland garden, naturalized border, or that shady backyard area you've given up on, SeedOrganica has fresh, viable stock sourced for home gardeners and native plant enthusiasts across the US. Spicebush is one of those native shrubs that once you discover it, you can't believe it took you so long. It's beautiful, aromatic, ecologically important, and criminally underused in home landscapes. Time to fix that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 60px; margin-bottom: 30px; font-size: 1.7em;\"\u003eExplore Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seedorganica.com\/products\/spicebush-seeds-lindera-benzoin\" title=\"Lindera Benzoin Spicebush Seeds – Herbal Plant\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSpicebush Seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Varieties\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eSpicebush (Lindera) isn't a one-species deal — there's actually some meaningful variety within the genus, and each type brings its own character to a home landscape. Whether you're after the classic native woodland species, a more ornamental selection, or something with particularly strong culinary potential, we've got options that most garden centers don't even know exist. That's kinda our thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorthern Spicebush\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lindera benzoin) is the flagship native that anchors this whole collection. It's the spicebush — the one that grows wild throughout the understory forests of eastern North America from Maine down to Florida and westward into Texas. In the home landscape, it typically grows 6–12 feet tall and wide with a graceful, rounded habit that fits naturally into mixed borders, foundation plantings, and woodland edges. The show starts in very early spring — we're talking March and April in most areas — when clusters of tiny, bright yellow flowers cover the bare branches before a single leaf has opened. It's one of the earliest native plants to bloom, and it's a critical early-season food source for bees and other pollinators emerging from winter dormancy. Then the leaves come in — bright green, smooth, and intensely aromatic. Crush one between your fingers and you get this warm, spicy, almost citrusy scent that's somewhere between allspice and sassafras. By fall, female plants produce glossy scarlet berries (more on those in a minute) while the foliage turns this gorgeous clear yellow that lights up the understory. It's a four-season shrub that earns its keep every single month of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Spicebush\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lindera obtusiloba) is the Asian cousin, and it's a stunner in its own right. Slightly larger than the native species — it can reach 15–20 feet given enough time — with uniquely shaped leaves that are sometimes three-lobed, giving the foliage an unusual, almost mitten-like appearance. The fall color is absolutely jaw-dropping — deep golden-yellow with orange undertones that rivals any Japanese maple. Spring flowers are similar to the native species — small, yellow, and fragrant — but appear along the branches in dense clusters that create a beautiful hazy effect from a distance. Japanese spicebush is more commonly used as an ornamental specimen or small understory tree in home landscapes, and it handles shade and moisture beautifully. If you love the idea of spicebush but want something with a slightly different look and more dramatic fall presence, this is your pick. It's still relatively unknown in American gardens, which means planting one makes you look like you know something most people don't. Because you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBog Spicebush\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lindera subcoriacea) is the rare, specialty option for gardeners who want something genuinely uncommon. Native to the coastal plain of the southeastern US, this species thrives in wet, acidic conditions — the kind of boggy, moist spots where most shrubs would throw up their hands. If you've got a rain garden, a pond edge, a drainage swale, or any persistently damp area in your yard, bog spicebush is one of very few attractive native shrubs that'll actually thrive there. The foliage is somewhat leathery and aromatic like its northern cousin, and it produces similar yellow flowers and red berries. Conservation-wise, bog spicebush is considered rare in the wild, so growing it at home isn't just gardening — it's preservation. Every plant in private hands is a small victory for a species that's losing habitat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMountain Spicebush\u003c\/strong\u003e (Lindera melissifolia) — also called pondberry — is another rare native that's found in scattered populations across the southeastern and south-central US. It prefers seasonally flooded bottomlands and shady wetland margins. The leaves are longer and more willowy than northern spicebush, with a distinctive lemony-spice fragrance. This is a seriously uncommon plant — it's actually federally listed as endangered — so growing it from seed at home is a meaningful conservation act. We carry limited quantities of these seeds, and they tend to go to gardeners and native plant enthusiasts who understand just how special this species is. Not for every garden situation, but for the right spot and the right grower? Incredibly rewarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eAnd because spicebush berries are one of the most exciting wild flavors in North American foraging, we also offer \u003cstrong\u003eCulinary Selection Spicebush\u003c\/strong\u003e — seeds sourced from particularly aromatic and heavy-fruiting Lindera benzoin parent plants. The berries of spicebush have been called \"Appalachian allspice\" because the dried, ground fruit produces a warm, complex spice that tastes like a blend of allspice, black pepper, cinnamon, and citrus peel. It's incredible on roasted meats, in baked goods, mixed into spice rubs, and steeped into tea. This selection prioritizes female plants known for abundant berry production and strong aromatic qualities. If you're as interested in eating from your garden as you are in making it look beautiful, culinary selection spicebush is where flavor meets function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eWhat ties this collection together is versatility you wouldn't expect from a shade-loving native shrub. Woodland gardens, wet areas, conservation plantings, ornamental specimens, culinary exploration — spicebush does it all, quietly and beautifully. And every variety attracts wildlife like crazy, from butterflies (spicebush is the host plant for the gorgeous spicebush swallowtail butterfly) to migrating songbirds that fuel up on those fall berries. Planting spicebush isn't just good gardening — it's good ecology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 60px; margin-bottom: 30px; font-size: 1.7em;\"\u003eGardening Insights for Growing Spicebush from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eGrowing spicebush from seed is absolutely doable, but it does require understanding one important thing right off the bat: these seeds need cold stratification. In nature, spicebush berries ripen in fall, drop to the forest floor, sit through winter, and germinate the following spring. You need to replicate that cycle, either naturally or artificially. It's not hard — it just takes a little planning and some patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eThe easiest approach is fall sowing. Plant fresh seeds outdoors in October or November, about half an inch deep in a prepared bed or container of moist, humus-rich soil. Let winter do its thing. Come spring, you should see seedlings emerging as the soil warms up. That's it. Nature handles the cold stratification for you. If you'd rather start indoors, clean the seeds (remove any remaining berry flesh — it contains germination inhibitors), wrap them in a damp paper towel, seal in a zip-lock bag, and refrigerate for 12–16 weeks at around 35–40°F. Check weekly to make sure the towel stays damp. After stratification, sow seeds in pots with rich, moist seed-starting mix and keep them at 65–75°F in bright indirect light. Germination can take 3–6 weeks after stratification — sometimes longer. Don't rush it and don't give up too early. Spicebush seeds have their own timeline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eSunlight is where spicebush really stands apart from most garden plants. It thrives in partial shade to full shade — dappled forest light, the north side of buildings, under mature deciduous trees. This is its natural habitat and where it looks and performs its best. It can handle full sun in cooler northern climates if the soil stays consistently moist, but in warmer zones the leaves can scorch and the plant will look stressed. If you've got a shady yard and you're tired of hostas being your only option, spicebush is about to change everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eSoil should be rich, moist, and well-draining — think woodland floor conditions. Lots of organic matter. Compost, leaf mold, aged bark — all great amendments. Spicebush naturally grows in rich, humusy soils along streams, in bottomlands, and in moist forest understories. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7.0) is ideal. It doesn't love bone-dry conditions, so if your soil tends to dry out in summer, mulch heavily with shredded leaves or wood chips to retain moisture. That said, it's more adaptable than people give it credit for. Once established (give it 2–3 years to really settle in), spicebush develops a solid root system and becomes surprisingly tolerant of varying conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eHere's something important that not everyone knows: spicebush is dioecious, meaning individual plants are either male or female. Both produce those pretty yellow spring flowers, but only female plants produce the red berries — and they need a male plant nearby for pollination. If you want berries (for wildlife, for culinary use, for that gorgeous fall color pop), you'll need at least one plant of each sex. Since you can't determine sex from seed, the smart move is to plant several seedlings and let nature sort it out. With 4–5 plants, odds are very good you'll get both males and females. More plants also means better pollination, more berries, and a more natural, colony-like planting that mimics how spicebush grows in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003eGrowth rate is moderate — spicebush isn't a speed demon, but it's not glacially slow either. Expect seedlings to reach 2–3 feet by the end of their second year in good conditions, then pick up steam from there. Mature size of 6–12 feet is typically reached in about 5–8 years. The plants are naturally well-shaped and rarely need pruning, which is a nice bonus for low-maintenance gardeners. If you want to keep it more compact, light pruning after flowering is fine. But honestly? Spicebush looks best when you let it do its thing and develop that graceful, naturalistic form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 60px; margin-bottom: 30px; font-size: 1.7em;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Spicebush Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.15em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eCan I grow spicebush in containers or pots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eYep — especially during the first few years while the plant is small and establishing. Use a container that's at least 5 gallons to start, sized up as the plant grows. Fill with a rich, moisture-retentive potting mix — something with compost and peat or coco coir works well. Place the container in a shaded or partially shaded spot and keep the soil consistently moist. Spicebush doesn't like drying out, so container growing requires a bit more attention to watering than in-ground planting since pots lose moisture faster. A north-facing porch or a spot under a shade tree is ideal. As the shrub grows, you'll eventually want to transplant it into the ground where the root system can spread naturally — spicebush really hits its stride as a landscape plant when it's got room to stretch out. But for patios, apartment balconies, and small-space situations, a container-grown spicebush can work for several years and still look fantastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 30px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.15em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eWhen should I plant spicebush seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFall is your best bet — sow fresh seeds outdoors in October or November, about half an inch deep in moist, humus-rich soil. Winter does the cold stratification work naturally, and seedlings emerge the following spring. This mimics exactly what happens in the wild. If you miss the fall window or prefer starting indoors, you can artificially stratify seeds in the fridge for 12–16 weeks starting in November or December, then sow them in pots in late winter or early spring. Keep stratifying seeds damp but not soaking wet. Either method works, but fall outdoor sowing is simpler and generally more reliable. One key thing — use fresh seeds whenever possible. Spicebush seed viability drops off as they dry out, which is why we ship fresh stock and recommend planting promptly after receiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 30px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.15em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eAre spicebush berries edible and how do you use them in cooking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThey sure are — and they're one of the most exciting wild flavors you can grow in your own backyard. Spicebush berries (from Lindera benzoin) have been used for centuries by Indigenous peoples and Appalachian foragers. The dried berries are ground into a spice that tastes like a warm, complex blend of allspice, black pepper, cinnamon, and citrus zest. It's sometimes called \"Appalachian allspice\" or \"forsythia pepper,\" and it's genuinely delicious. Use it anywhere you'd use allspice — rubbed onto pork, chicken, or venison before roasting, mixed into pumpkin pie spice blends, stirred into chili, or infused into hot cider. The fresh berries can be dried whole on a screen in a warm, airy spot, then ground with a spice grinder or mortar and pestle. You can also make spicebush tea by steeping fresh or dried twigs and leaves in hot water — it's woody, aromatic, and warming. Fair warning: once you start cooking with spicebush, you'll put it on everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 30px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.15em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eDoes spicebush attract butterflies and wildlife?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eAbsolutely — it's one of the most wildlife-valuable native shrubs you can plant. Spicebush is the primary host plant for the spicebush swallowtail butterfly, which is one of the most beautiful butterflies in eastern North America. Female swallowtails lay their eggs on spicebush leaves, and the caterpillars feed exclusively on the foliage. If you want swallowtails in your yard, planting spicebush is basically an engraved invitation. The early spring flowers provide critical nectar for bees and other pollinators when very few other plants are blooming. And those fall berries? Migrating songbirds — thrushes, catbirds, robins, vireos — depend on them as a high-fat fuel source for their journeys south. The berries are so energy-rich that some ornithologists consider spicebush one of the most important fall food sources for migratory birds in the eastern US. Planting one shrub in your shade garden genuinely makes a measurable difference for local wildlife. That's a pretty great return on a single plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 30px; border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; padding-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 12px; font-size: 1.15em; color: #1a1a1a;\"\u003eWhere can I buy spicebush seeds online in the USA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eRight here at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seedorganica.com\/products\/spicebush-seeds\" title=\"Spicebush Seeds - Fruit Plant For Home Gardens\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSeedOrganica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — and good spicebush seeds are genuinely hard to come by. Most garden centers don't carry spicebush at all, and the few online sellers that list seeds often can't tell you whether they're fresh, what species they are, or where they were sourced. We carry fresh, viable spicebush seeds from documented parent plants — multiple species and selections — specifically for home gardeners and native plant enthusiasts. Freshness is everything with spicebush seeds, and ours are shipped quickly from current-season stock. No ancient inventory, no mystery bags. If you've been looking for where to buy spicebush seeds and coming up empty at every turn, you just found your source. We ship fast across the US, and every packet is meant for hobbyists who care about growing something meaningful in their own landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"spicebush-seeds","title":"Spicebush Seeds - Fruit Plant For Home Gardens","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"491\"\u003eSpicebush Seeds are valued for their adaptability and resilience. They thrive in a variety of soil conditions and are suitable for ornamental and landscaping purposes. Known for their natural fragrance and appealing foliage, these seeds are a great addition to any garden setting. With proper care, Spicebush plants grow into hardy shrubs that can withstand different climates while offering long-lasting greenery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"493\" data-end=\"512\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"515\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"517\" data-end=\"531\"\u003eSeed Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicebush Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"587\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"587\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"569\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"634\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"590\" data-end=\"601\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically grows 6–12 feet tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"635\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"648\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 feet wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"759\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"689\"\u003eSoil Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, well-drained soils; adaptable to clay, loam, and sandy soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"807\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"807\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"850\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eSeason for Sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring and Fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"853\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eZones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA Zones 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"915\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"883\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eSeasonal Months for Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"975\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"920\" data-end=\"975\"\u003eZones 4–5: Sow in late April–May or September–October\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"980\" data-end=\"1031\"\u003eZones 6–7: Sow in March–April or October–November\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1034\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eZones 8–9: Sow in February–March or November–December\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1156\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1116\"\u003eWater Requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, prefers consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic foliage, landscape-friendly, hardy growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seed Organica","offers":[{"title":"100 Pcs","offer_id":44173076430893,"sku":"SUJ_SO_FR_000196","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":44173076463661,"sku":"SUJ_SO_FR_000197","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Pcs","offer_id":44173076496429,"sku":"SUJ_SO_FR_000198","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3316\/9709\/files\/Spicebush_Seeds.png?v=1769171937"},{"product_id":"spicebush-seeds-lindera-benzoin","title":"Lindera Benzoin Spicebush Seeds – Herbal Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"565\"\u003eSpicebush is a native deciduous shrub admired for its aromatic leaves and bright yellow flowers that bloom in early spring. It attracts butterflies, particularly the Spicebush Swallowtail, making it a valuable addition to wildlife and native gardens. Known for its adaptability, the plant grows well in moist, well-drained soils and partial shade conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"567\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"606\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eFeatures and Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"607\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"624\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lindera benzoin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, multi-stemmed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"762\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"830\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fragrant green leaves turning golden yellow in fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"870\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-spring\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"932\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eMaturity Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2–3 years to establish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"954\"\u003eGrowing Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring to fall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"972\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1006\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1026\"\u003eSowing Months:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1031\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003eZones 4–6: March–May\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eZones 7–9: February–April\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1088\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1090\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial shade to full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wildlife habitat, native landscaping, ornamental shrub borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seed Organica","offers":[{"title":"100 Pcs","offer_id":44258006761517,"sku":"SAM_HB_SO_0469","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 Pcs","offer_id":44258006794285,"sku":"SAM_HB_SO_0470","price":50.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 Pcs","offer_id":44258006827053,"sku":"SAM_HB_SO_0471","price":90.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/3316\/9709\/files\/Lindera_Benzoin_Spicebush_Seeds_13.jpg?v=1777288976"}],"url":"https:\/\/seedorganica.com\/collections\/spicebush-seeds.oembed","provider":"Seed Organica","version":"1.0","type":"link"}