Corylopsis sinensis var. sinensis (Chinese Winter Hazel)
Botanical Information
Family | Hamamelidaceae |
Genus | Corylopsis |
Species | sinensis |
Variety | sinensis |
Synonyms | C. willmottiae, C. yunnanensis |
Category | Woody |
Type | Tree (deciduous), Shrub (deciduous) |
Origin | Western China. |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 7b - 8a |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 7b |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H5 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | -15 to -10 |
Temperature (°F) | 5 - 14 |
Height | 3-4.5 m |
Spread | 3-4.5 m |
Growth | Slow |
Flowering Period | March, April |
Description and Growing Information
General Description | An ornamental shrub or small tree, densely covered with fragrant clusters of drooping lemon yellow flowers. |
Shape | Open habit. |
Landscape | Shrub border and woodland gardens. |
Propagation | Layering or semi-ripe cuttings. |
Cultivation | Acidic, medium moisture, well drained soils in full sun to partial shade. |
Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
Leaf Description | Broad, ovate toothed leaves, dark green in colour, younger leaves having a purple tinge and reddish autumn colour. |
Flower Description | Bell shaped, fragrant pale yellow flowers. |