Non-native plants this species can replace:
Common Name
Strawberry-bush
American strawberry-bush
Heart's-a-bustin'
Plant Form
Shrubs & Small Trees
Duration
Perennial
Max Height (ft)
6.0
Width (ft)
4.0 -
6.0
Growth Rate
Medium
Region
Coastal
Piedmont
Mountain
Hardiness Zone
6,
7,
8,
9
Commercially available
Yes
Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF):
Additional Info
Habitat: Wooded slopes, moist woodland and creek or river areas, and is found in a variety of soil conditions ranging from sandy to clay. It frequently sustains damage from deer that eat the foliage and twigs.
Wildlife value: Fruits and seeds are eaten by birds and small mammals. Plant in a woodland naturalized area for best results
Flower Color
Gold/Yellow
Green
Purple/lavender
Flower Prominence
Reduced
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Summer
Bloom Month
May
June
Fall Color
Burgandy/Red
Light Requirements
Full sun
Partial sun
Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist
Soil Texture
Clay
High organic matter
Loamy
Low Maintenance
Yes
Seed or Fruit eaten by wildlife?
Yes
Pollinators
Bees
Butterfiles
Nurseries that may carry live plant
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