Seven-Son Flower

Seven-Son Flower (Heptacodium miconioides)

Seven-Son Flower (Heptacodium miconioides) is a deciduous flowering shrub known for its late-summer clusters of fragrant white flowers followed by attractive reddish sepals that persist into winter. This fast-growing shrub provides multi-season interest and is valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability.

Distinctive Features

Heptacodium miconioides produces abundant, fragrant, creamy-white flower clusters in late summer to early fall. These flowers are followed by showy, reddish bracts that remain colorful into winter, offering visual interest after most plants have finished blooming. The dark green foliage provides lush summer coverage and turns subtle fall colors.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soils; adaptable to a variety of soil types
• Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates some drought once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5�9

Ideal Uses

• Specimen Planting: Provides late-season floral and winter interest
• Mixed Shrub Borders: Adds texture and color through multiple seasons
• Wildlife Gardens: Attracts pollinators with fragrant blooms
• Foundation Plantings: Enhances landscape appeal with seasonal interest
• Urban Gardens: Tolerates city conditions and pollution

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells
• Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead wood
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed
• Mulching: Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds
• Protection: Plant in sheltered locations to reduce wind damage

Why Choose Seven-Son Flower?

• Fragrant Late-Season Flowers: Adds color and scent when few other plants bloom
• Winter Interest: Showy reddish bracts extend garden appeal into colder months
• Fast Growth: Establishes quickly for quick landscape impact
• Wildlife Friendly: Supports pollinators and beneficial insects
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and maintain

Heptacodium miconioides is a versatile, fragrant shrub that enhances landscapes with multi-seasonal interest and ornamental beauty.