Description
Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ is a magnificent deciduous shrub that is highly prized for its impressive and exotic-looking blooms, as well as its delightful fragrance. The blooms emerge in late winter or early spring, long before the leaves, and consist of tight clusters of large, golden-yellow flowers that look like puffs of cotton candy. These blooms persist for several weeks, providing a much-needed burst of colour and fragrance to the garden during the dreary winter months. The leaves, which are medium green and have a slightly fuzzy texture, emerge after the flowers have faded. The shrub itself has an attractive, rounded habit. Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ is a perfect choice for a woodland garden or a mixed border, where it can be appreciated up close for its unique beauty.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):paperbush ‘Grandiflora’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy through most of the UK
- How big will I get? Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ can grow to a height of 1.5m and a spread of 1.5m.
- Did You Know That:The bark of the plant is used to make high-quality paper in Japan and Nepal. It is also used for making crafts, such as lanterns and umbrellas?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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Care Guide
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Soil Requirements
Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
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Best Position
Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
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Maintenance
Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ is fairly low maintenance and doesn’t require any pruning.
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Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Edgeworthia chrysantha ‘Grandiflora’ is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases.