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Also Known As

  • Illicium 'Pink Stars'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Illicium anisatum 'Pink Stars' plant details

Illicium anisatum 'Pink Stars' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Illicium anisatum 'Pink Stars'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Illicium anisatum 'Pink Stars'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An anise shrub that has dark evergreen leaves. The flowers are white tinged pink in April. This hardy shrub is subtle but beautiful year around.

Gardening facts about Illicium anisatum 'Pink Stars' plant

How to Grow Illicium anisatum 'Pink Stars'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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