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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.

Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Oval to oblong leaves to 10cm (4in) long, dark-green above and blue-green beneath.
  • Yellow
  • Height
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Spread
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Vigorous, upright shrub.
  • 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)
  • Partial shade
  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Produces flowers before the leaf buds are fully open.
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    China
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Flower Shape
    Racemes
    Pendent racemes to 9cm (3½in) long
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Serrate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Oblong
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.

  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Acid / ericaceous loving
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
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2.5m (8ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  2.5m (8ft)
 

Buy Varieties of CORYLOPSIS

CORYLOPSIS glabrescens

CORYLOPSIS glabrescens

Cowslip bush, Winter hazel

ovate leaves, glaucescent underneath and abundant slender tassels of yellow flowers

 
£32.50 each 
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CORYLOPSIS pauciflora

CORYLOPSIS pauciflora

Cowslip bush, Winter hazel

dense shrub with primrose yellow scented flowers

 
Small
£22.50 each 
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Large
£35.00 each 
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Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
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CORYLOPSIS sinensis

CORYLOPSIS sinensis

Cowslip bush, Winter hazel

(willmottiae) - large shrub or small tree. Lemon-yellow scented flowers in spring

 
Small
£17.50 each 
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CORYLOPSIS sinensis 'Spring Purple'

CORYLOPSIS sinensis 'Spring Purple'

Chinese hazel, Cowslip bush, Winter hazel

attractive plum coloured new growth which is more pronounced in maturity

 
Large
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£35.00 each 
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CORYLOPSIS spicata

CORYLOPSIS spicata

Cowslip bush, Winter hazel

spreading species with narrow bright yellow racemes of flowers

 
Small
£17.50 each 
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£55.00 each 
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