Illicium x ‘NCIH2’ ~ Orion Anise, Star Flower Size:3 GALLON Carpinus caroliniana trunk

Carpinus caroliniana trunk

but can tolerate dryer conditions

rounded multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with leathery grey green leaves that turn reddish-maroon in fall

Jiro is self-pollinating

The vibrant 2-inch purple flowers first bloom mid-spring and continues to rebloom into fall

Illicium x ‘NCIH2’ ~ Orion Anise, Star Flower Size:3 GALLON Carpinus caroliniana trunkOrion Anise is a compact reblooming evergreen shrub with a mounded habit and aromatic glossy foliage that is olive green in full sun and blue green with shade. The Fragrant, creamy white star shaped flowers bloom heavily in spring and reblooms in late summer through fall. Grows best in part sun and moist soils. Type: Shrub Origins: I. floridanum x I. mexicanum Hybrid Height: 2' 3' Spread: 3' 5' Spacing: 4' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full Sun,