Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty. Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. Both are apt names for the cultivars of Calycanthus currently doing their thing and intoxicating all who see them!
Not very widely known a few years ago, it is now heart-warming to see the rise of Calycanthus being used in planting projects.
The flowers always cause a stir due to their unusual shape and scent. Long lasting flowers with a long flowering period too, Calycanthus will provide colour and scent for a long time in the border.
If you have not yet incorporated one in your planting plan, do, you won’t regret it. You will be under their spell!
Venus Aphrodite
