Garden Goods Direct Spicebush Shrubs

Spicebush or Lindera benzoin is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 15 feet tall at full maturity. This shrub is native to rich forests, dry forests, or slopes. It gets its nickname, the Nothern Spicebush, from the fiery odor that fills the area when its dried leaves are crushed. The bark is a walnut brown color that is speckled with white. These trees are sensitive to heat and drought, so they do best in shrub borders or woodland areas with lots of moisture and shade. In the fall season, the leaves become golden-yellow, bringing an autumnal and warm feeling to your landscape.