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Corylopsis glabrescens


Fragrant Winter Hazel




Origin:  Native to Japan and Korea.
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
Photographs
Description and Growing Information
Flowering Period
April
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.
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