Calycanthus floridus 'Michael Lindsey' (Michael Lindsey sweetshrub)

Calycanthus floridus 'Michael Lindsey' is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, wine-red flowers. The blooms have a unique fragrance that is often described as a mix of strawberries and banana. The leaves are glossy and dark green, providing an attractive backdrop for the flowers. This cultivar is generally compact and bushy in shape.