Wintersweet. A vigorous shrub with pendant, very fragrant flowers on the bare branches in winter, followed by glossy mid-green leaves. Max Height 4m. Max Spread 3m. Flowers January to February. Partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Chimonanthus praecox
A vigorous shrub with pendant, very fragrant flowers on the bare branches in winter, followed by glossy mid-green leaves.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Chimonanthus |
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Species | praecox |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Wintersweet |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Partial shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 4m |
Family | Calycanthaceae |
Spread | 3m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Upright |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | January, February |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Specimen |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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