CORYLOPSIS
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CORYLOPSIS
Commonly known as Cowslip bush, Winter hazel
All Flower FEB-MAR
Attractive fragrant yellow flowers hanging from bare branches and subtle bronze hues on the foliage enhance the attraction of this underrated member of the witch hazel family.
Genus of up to 29 species of deciduous shrubs and small trees found in woodland and scrub in the eastern Himalayas, China, Taiwan and Japan.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Produces flowers before the leaf buds are fully open. -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousOval to oblong leaves to 10cm (4in) long, dark-green above and blue-green beneath.
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Yellow
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RacemesPendent racemes to 9cm (3½in) long
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Oblong
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Height
2.5m (8ft) -
Spread
2.5m (8ft)
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Tall ShrubVigorous, upright shrub.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Acid / ericaceous loving
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Partial shade
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Mature Size2.5m (8ft)
2.5m (8ft)
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