Spicebush is leafing out! Normally it would be blooming by now, like this:
Spring blooms of Spicebush (Lindera benzoin)
But it seems that the hard winter and long spring have slowed it down like everything else, since ours aren’t blooming just yet.
At any rate, you can get ready for them here on our newest Native Plant page.
Remember, when you plant spicebush, you get a twofer, since Spicebush Swallowtail butterflies will follow. Actually, a threefer, since it can be used in cooking and flavoring beverages like beer or tea. Such a deal! Now go get your gold.
Spicebush Swallowtail caterpillar, early stage.