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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.

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Corylopsis Growing Guide

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

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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