Pond Spice (Litsea glutinosa) – A Rare & Aromatic Holiday Gift
Share a truly unique living gift this Christmas! Each Pond Spice from FlowingWellTreeFarm.com comes beautifully prepared with a festive bow and Christmas gift tag, ready to delight plant lovers, nature enthusiasts, and collectors of rare species.
Pond Spice is an uncommon aromatic evergreen known for its glossy leaves, graceful structure, and subtle spicy fragrance when crushed—making it a meaningful and memorable holiday gift. We can ship your Pond Spice directly to loved ones or friends, making gifting easy, personal, and special this season.
Planting Instructions & Growing Guide
Growing Zones:
Best suited for USDA Zones 8–11.
Sunlight Needs:
Thrives in partial shade to full sun
Bright filtered light encourages strong, lush foliage
Soil Requirements:
Prefers well-draining sandy or loamy soil
Tolerates moist conditions but avoids standing water
pH range: 6.0–7.5
Planting Tips:
Plant at the same depth as it was in the nursery pot
Space for gentle airflow around the plant
Water deeply after planting
Mulch lightly to maintain moisture
Watering:
Likes moist soil, especially when young
Once established, it becomes more drought tolerant
Allow the top layer of soil to dry between deep waterings
Fertilizing:
Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
Light feeding encourages consistent, healthy foliage growth
Growth Habit:
Evergreen with smooth, aromatic leaves
Naturally forms a rounded, elegant shape
Moderate growth rate and suitable for containers or landscape planting
Pruning:
Minimal pruning required
Trim lightly in late winter to maintain shape
Remove lower suckers if single-stem form is desired
