Illicium henryi, commonly known as Henry Anise Tree

Illicium henryi, commonly known as Henry Anise TreeUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 79 Native Range: Central and southern China Soil: Moist, well drained, acidic soil; rich in organic matter Light: Partial to full shade; tolerates morning sun in cooler climates Height in the Garden: 610 ft (occasionally taller with age) Attributes: Evergreen shrub with dense, bushy form and leathery, glossy, elliptic leaves that emit a sweet, spicy fragrance when crushed. Produces starry, rose pink flowers in late spring to

It is easy to grow and highly eager to please

Walter Pall has many wonderful examples of Field Maple bonsai

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Can also be grown as a groundcover on slopes or woodland edges

Height in the Garden: 10–20 ft (climbing with support or sprawling)

lace-cap flowers

Apply a layer of mulch to conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds

Bonsai: A popular choice for bonsai enthusiasts due to its manageable growth and striking features

Service Tree

good health and vigor this species retains branches just like any other

Deer-Resistant: True to its name

Attributes: A shrub form of Fuji cherry with tiny leaves and stems growing in a zig-zag pattern with short internodes