Illicium floridanum 'Halley's Comet'

Also Known As

Halley's Comet Anise Shrub

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

Illicium floridanum 'Halley's Comet' plant details

Illicium floridanum 'Halley's Comet' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall and spring red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, gritty and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Illicium floridanum 'Halley's Comet'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: schisandraceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and spring
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Illicium floridanum 'Halley's Comet'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A prolific supply of 2" deep-red flowers over a long summer-into fall period decorate this deer-resistant, aromatic, broadleaf-evergreen shrub (6-10') that was found in Florida by Dr. J. A. Smith. S-PSh/M (not dry)