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Edgeworthia chrysantha | Paper Bush

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DESCRIPTION
Edgeworthia chrysantha, a deciduous shrub native to China, is prized for its fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and distinctive bark. Growing to a height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, it forms a rounded shape with elongated, medium green leaves. One of its most striking features is its peeling bark, revealing smooth, cinnamon-colored layers that add winter interest when the shrub is leafless. Highly fragrant, tubular flowers appear in late winter to early spring before the foliage, clustered in spherical heads that create a stunning display of yellow, orange, or red blooms. Thriving in partial shade to full sun with regular watering, Edgeworthia chrysantha requires pruning after flowering to maintain its shape. This versatile shrub is ideal for adding color and fragrance to winter gardens and serves as a focal point in mixed borders or woodland gardens.

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DESCRIPTION
Edgeworthia chrysantha, a deciduous shrub native to China, is prized for its fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and distinctive bark. Growing to a height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, it forms a rounded shape with elongated, medium green leaves. One of its most striking features is its peeling bark, revealing smooth, cinnamon-colored layers that add winter interest when the shrub is leafless. Highly fragrant, tubular flowers appear in late winter to early spring before the foliage, clustered in spherical heads that create a stunning display of yellow, orange, or red blooms. Thriving in partial shade to full sun with regular watering, Edgeworthia chrysantha requires pruning after flowering to maintain its shape. This versatile shrub is ideal for adding color and fragrance to winter gardens and serves as a focal point in mixed borders or woodland gardens.

DESCRIPTION
Edgeworthia chrysantha, a deciduous shrub native to China, is prized for its fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and distinctive bark. Growing to a height and spread of 4 to 6 feet, it forms a rounded shape with elongated, medium green leaves. One of its most striking features is its peeling bark, revealing smooth, cinnamon-colored layers that add winter interest when the shrub is leafless. Highly fragrant, tubular flowers appear in late winter to early spring before the foliage, clustered in spherical heads that create a stunning display of yellow, orange, or red blooms. Thriving in partial shade to full sun with regular watering, Edgeworthia chrysantha requires pruning after flowering to maintain its shape. This versatile shrub is ideal for adding color and fragrance to winter gardens and serves as a focal point in mixed borders or woodland gardens.

 
  • Family: Thymelaeaceae
    Height: 4 to 6 feet
    Width: 4 to 6 feet
    Foliage color: Medium green
    Flower color: Yellow
    Bloom time: Late winter to early spring
    Light requirements: Partial shade to full sun
    Water requirements: Regular watering, especially during dry spells
    Maintenance: Minimal pruning after flowering
    Growing zone: 7 to 10
    Wildlife attractors: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

    This plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden, and at the Washington Park Arboretum.

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