Hartlage Wine Allspice

Short overview
Hartlage Wine Allspice (Calycanthus × raulstonii ‘Hartlage Wine’) is a deciduous flowering shrub valued for its deep wine-red blooms and glossy foliage. It is a hybrid developed for improved flower size and ornamental performance.

Key characteristics

• Plant type: Deciduous flowering shrub
• Botanical name: Calycanthus × raulstonii ‘Hartlage Wine’
• Flowers: Large, strap-petaled flowers in deep maroon to wine-red tones
• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer, with occasional repeat flowering
• Fragrance: Mild to noticeable fragrance, variable among plants
• Foliage: Glossy green leaves that turn yellow in autumn
• Growth habit: Upright to rounded
• Mature size: Typically 2.5–4 m (8–13 ft) tall and wide

General growing notes

• Light: Grows well in full sun to partial shade
• Water: Requires moderate, consistent moisture, especially during establishment
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
• Climate: Suitable for temperate climates

Note: Flower size, fragrance strength, and overall growth habit may vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and site selection.