Calycanthus floridus 'Athens' (yellow sweet Betsy) bears showy, faded yellow and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. This deciduous shrub has greyish green foliage that is glossy. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning deciduous shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Bedding plant, border, cut flowers, hedge, mass planting, naturalization and specimen.
Special Characteristics
Calycanthus floridus 'Athens' has a natural resistance to pests. In the fall, Calycanthus floridus 'Athens' enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions
Where conditions are favourable, Calycanthus floridus 'Athens' (yellow sweet Betsy) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.
