Corylopsis glabrescens
Fragrant Winter Hazel
Family |
Hamamelidaceae |
Genus |
Corylopsis |
Species |
glabrescens |
Category |
Woody |
Type |
Shrub (deciduous) |
Pronunciation |
USDA Hardiness Zone |
5 - 8 |
Canadian Hardiness Zone |
4a - 8a |
RHS Hardiness Zone |
H7 - H4 |
Temperature (°C) |
-26 |
Temperature (°F) |
-5 |
Height |
2.5 - 4.6 m |
Spread |
2.5 - 4.6 m |
General Description |
A spreading shrub or small tree with fragrant and abundant racemes. |
Landscape |
Shrub borders and woodland gardens. |
Cultivation |
Acidic, moist and well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Dead branches should be removed immediately after flowering. |
Shape |
Upright rounded. |
Growth |
Medium |
Habitat |
Grows best in acidic, organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. |
Leaf Description |
Toothed broad leaves, green in colour with a greyish underneath. Leaves turn shades of pale yellow in autumn. |
Flower Description |
Drooping clusters of fragrant, bell shaped yellow-green flowers. |
Propagation |
Layering or semi-ripe cuttings. |