Calycanthus 'Hartlage Wine'

Calycanthus ‘Hartlage Wine’ (Calycanthus × raulstonii ‘Hartlage Wine’). Calycanthus × raulstonii 'Hartlage Wine', or calycanthus ‘Hartlage Wine’, is a remarkable ornamental shrub, prized for its spectacular spring bloom with deep wine-red, large, silky flowers, delicately scented with fruity and spicy notes. Resulting from a modern horticultural cross, it combines generous flowering, an elegant habit, and lush foliage. Its broad and balanced bushy habit makes it an excellent choice for shrub beds, isolated plantings, or naturalist-inspired gardens. After flowering, its glossy green foliage maintains a beautiful summer presence, then sometimes takes on subtle golden hues in autumn.

To plant calycanthus ‘Hartlage Wine’, choose a suitable exposure: sun to partial shade. The recommended soil is as follows: rich, fresh, well-drained. Water the root ball before planting and ensure that water can drain after planting. During establishment, check the moisture by hand before watering again. Distribute mulch around the base, leaving the collar clear. Avoid systematic fertilizer applications without considering the richness of the soil. In Quebec, choose a period when the soil is thawed and easy to work with.

Allow for a width of 2 m (7 ft) to plan this plant's space in the garden. The indicated height of 2.5 m (8 ft) helps in choosing its position relative to neighboring plants. Keep access to the base for weeding, checking moisture, and removing damaged parts. Combine this variety with plants whose light and water needs are compatible. If you are considering a container, first check that its volume and drainage are suitable for root development. Potted roots are more exposed to cold than those planted in the ground.