Corylopsis sinensis var. sinensis (Chinese Winter Hazel)


Botanical Information

FamilyHamamelidaceae
GenusCorylopsis
Speciessinensis
Varietysinensis
SynonymsC. willmottiae, C. yunnanensis
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous)
OriginWestern China.
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone7b - 8a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone7b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH5
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-15 to -10
Temperature (°F)5 - 14
Height3-4.5 m
Spread3-4.5 m
GrowthSlow
Flowering PeriodMarch, April

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionAn ornamental shrub or small tree, densely covered with fragrant clusters of drooping lemon yellow flowers.
ShapeOpen habit.
LandscapeShrub border and woodland gardens.
PropagationLayering or semi-ripe cuttings.
CultivationAcidic, medium moisture, well drained soils in full sun to partial shade.
Notable SpecimensWestonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England.
Leaf DescriptionBroad, ovate toothed leaves, dark green in colour, younger leaves having a purple tinge and reddish autumn colour.
Flower DescriptionBell shaped, fragrant pale yellow flowers.

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