Germination can occur over the spring, but sometimes seeds require more than 12 months of warm stratification. I would have a hard time giving mine up, they are so beautiful and fragrant. You could try Paxson Hill Farm in New Hope. Hank, Thanks for giving us the information about your plant. That said, Id run to buy one and not lose that year!!! My edgeworthias have organic soil but are in a dry location. I have never smelled it , though near our front door & have never seen it flower. It is so happy It gives me something to look forward to. I think thats key! In The Heather Garden at Ft Tryon in Washington Heights NYC This coveted member of the Daphne family is prized for the clusters of glorious red-orange tubular blooms that form at the tips of bare stems in late winter. Thats exactly what I wanted to answer. Shrub for sun, mostly sun, mostly shade in zone 7b-10b. Carolyn. Carolyn. The supplier of the Winter Gold plant says that Akebono is less hardy than his, we will see next spring. At least now I think we know they are definitely hardy here. Thanks for the link )in advance). So excitedI planted my first edgeworthia this fall, and Im anxiously awaiting its blooms. I prune quite hard and plan to go harder, because as Carolyn says, it blooms on year old wood and every year I am fighting the beautiful but too large monster again. The tubular flowers are held in clusters and bloom in late winter and spring; they are often very fragrant. I was away for a few weeks in Jan-Feb. and then again in March,but not much has happened since then. I havent seen anything but chrysantha on the market for years now. Protect paper bush plants from the harsh afternoon summer heat and strong winds. Leslie, Thanks for reporting about your experience. Its very hardy and spreads from the root. Also, I want ti transplant it now, not in Spring, as I will not be here then. Carolyn, do you think mine might be struggling because it was brought from England which has a much wetter climate. I have found it to be drought tolerant after the first year, unless we are in a bad drought situation. I have never fertilized an edgeworthia Its such an unfussy plant and grows for me in full sun or full shade. Carolyn. As a result, it tends to disappear in the garden. Carolyn. Carolyn, The Edgeworthia in my Wayne, PA garden was planted early last summer. Carolyn, [] Carolyns Shade Gardens The silky hairs glow in the light, and the plant looks like it is covered with hundreds of silver flowerssimply breathtaking. Paper bush is a sweet-smelling plant with minimal upkeep. Our Edgeworthia is about 9 years old now, and last year and this, many of the upper leaves have become shriveled and unattractive, and then die back. Carolyn. My photos of the whole plant do not do justice to how gorgeous it is, but as I reviewed the on-line literature, I realized that everyone has this problem. This photo was taken in September and the highly ornamental buds have formed but have not yet expanded. At my old job we had one in the display garden that got little supplemental water during dry times, and although the plant lived through it, the flowers were puny the next winter. Edgeworthia chrysantha - Paper Bush - 5 Gallon Pot. Name City/State Email Phone Prod Type Availability; Youngblood Nursery Inc. Salem, OR: Email now: 503-390-8619: Container: 3 + Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Akebono' - 1 listing. I need to prune it but dont know when to prune because I love it in all seasons. Thank you for the article! I am sorry it has taken me two years to see your post. Carolyn, Oh no!! Thank you for sharing. As edgeworthias age, if you have a little patience, you can root your own by allowing a ground sprout to grow awhile and placing a brick on it to encourage root development. Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Gold Rush' is the heftiest, most robust type, with big, rubbery stems like a Daphne on steroids and large clusters of sweetly fragrant yellow flowers in winter. Although these are forgiving plants, a woman I spoke to at a Georgia Perennial Assn event said she had tried and failed several times with containers. Do you have that experience or do you water them? 8 Options From 8.39 ( was 11.99) Description. Keep in touch and let us know where you decide to plant your lovely Edgeworthia and how she fares. I dont ship plants except snowdrops and miniature hosta. Carolyn. They recover immediately with water. Joy, There are so few edgeworthias in our area that I underestimated the size and planted it close to a very special Japanese maple and a thriving camellia. or to subscribe to my blog, just click here. 'Grandiflora': The species with the largest flowers. Anne, I have moved medium sized ones without problems, but never a very large one, although I cant see why it would fail. Paper bush plants do not like to transplant after establishment, so try to choose a location where they can thrive permanently. Mine seem to be drought tolerant but go limp whenever they are dry. This is if you havent guessed yet my single favorite plant. Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Akebono'. There is basic information about the nursery along with catalogues and a place to subscribe to the blog. The plant's structure makes it suitable for hedges or as a feature plant with well-formed branches filling the shape. Akebono, which is an Edgworthia papyrifera, not an E. chrysantha (although there is some confusion), is not hardy here in zone 7A, southeastern PA. Edgeworthia chrysantha and its cultivars like Winter Gold are completely hardy, although the buds will freeze in extremely cold winters like 2017-2018, and there may be some branch die back. I have always wanted one but was told it wasnt hardy in my climate (5 southwestern CT). 1. Liane, I think Edgeworthia papyrifera is not hardy in our area. Some supplemental water will perk it right up (though you need not do it at the first sign of droops). Please use your imagination to envision how gorgeous this shrub must be covered with hundreds of the silky silver buds shown in the preceding photo. It is now so largejust as wide as it is tallthat it will take 3 or 4 strong people to move it. I thought they would be. Remove leaves on the lower two-thirds of the stems. All the best Generally I stick with plants that are zone appropriate because of the maintenance aspects. I have seen them go limp in very dry weather, but the pop right back if I catch it in time. Stress. Give plants enough space, and plant them in a manageable amount of space. Qty: EMAIL ME when back in stock. The Edgeworthia chrysantha in the Cosby Courtyard is arguably the best specimen on campus, illustrating a nearly perfect form. Ann, I am glad to hear they are covering edgeworthia at Longwood now. The Edgeworthia paperbush flowers remain on the bush for three weeks. Delivery options. Holley, I wish you could see it in person. For catalogues and announcements of events, please send your full name, location, and phone number (for back up use only) to carolyn@carolynsshadegardens.com. I did have to take off a branch that was against the house and I hated every second of it. If not, I guess I will have to try a more Southern raised US Chrysantha What exactly is a leaf compost (leaves which turned into soil?). We were being given a tour of the gardens and collections by Tony Avent, who now owns Plant Delights Nursery. | The leaves are slim, while the stems are thinner, resulting in a draping effect. By the way, the pruning did not affect new growth at all. This summer they will probably have to fend for themselves. Double Mint Gardenia (1) Dragon-eye Pine (1) Drops of Gold Japanese Holly (1) Dwarf Clumping Bamboo (1) Dwarf Crested Iris (1) Dwarf Florida Anise Tree (1) Dwarf Japanese Andromeda (2) Eco Minibox Azalea (1) To all reports, it is less hardy and less floriferous. Thank you, Carolyn. Other issues include root rot-related issues from using poorly draining soil. I am now located in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts. The genus Edgeworthia is quite small, containing only 4 Asian species, if you agree with the taxonomists and lump Edgeworthia chrysantha (tetraploid) and Edgeworthia papyrifera (diploid) together.. Edgeworthia plants are woody shrubs with thick, spreading branches covered with a smooth burgundy bark that is peeled off and used by some Asian cultures as paper. Carolyn. If the whole plant looks mopey as sometimes happen, I will water it (but not otherwise). 1. I would love to hear from other readers who have tried Red Dragon. After it finishes blooming, it cloaks itself with very handsome foliage reminiscent of plumeria. Perhaps it is similar ? Can I get on the list for an edgeworthia in April? Sold out. Edgeworthia blooming at the Scott Arboretum (photo taken by Rhoda Maurer and used with the permission of the Scott Arboretum). In my area and I believe several Edgeworthia owners have noted on this site, that the older leaves yellow and drop off all during the season, but new ones continue to grow. Privacy Policy While the paper bush thrives in most pH environments, it is best in soil rich in organic materials. Leslie, I hope that you will report back on the results of your trial. I found your post while looking for info about E.c. A definite plus in our area. Botanical Name: Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Akebono' Common Name: Paper . Should it adapt with time? It also was very slow to leaf out, so I bought another yellow flowering Winter Gold plant which duplicates the one at the previous home. Native to Asia, the paper bush, named for its bark, is a durable shrub often used to make paper goods, including banknotes, books, and wallpaper. Is there perhaps a similar plant that looks like the Edgeworthia but isnt? You have shown photos of this beautiful shrub before but not the open flowers (unless I missed a post). You can look at my Facebook page here or click the Like button on my right sidebar here. It can reach a height of 4-6 ft (1.2-1.8 m). Carolyn. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site. Full sun is ok along the coast but some afternoon shade is best inland. Another amazing daphne relative this rarer form of the paper bush shrub has Crayon orange flowers rather than yellow. Edgeworth (1812-81) and English amateur botanist employed by the East India Company.. Common Name: Chinese Paper Bush, Yellow Daphne. Synonyms. It has protection from winter winds, which come from the north west here, so that the buds, which form in November, dont dessicate. I grow Edgeworthia chrysantha, gardenii, and cv. I think Cape Cod and southeastern PA are the same zone. Carolyn. You are the same zone as us. I want people to ramble on about edgeworthias so that the information gets out there! 'Ruby Splash': This variety is rare and contains red flowers. The native range of this species is S. China to N. Myanmar. [6] Leaf curl occurs when paper bush plants are over-watered or under-watered. I have been hesitant to say that edgeworthia are indestructible because there arent many in our area, zone 6b/7. It is such a new plant that I dont feel that I can make any generalizations about where or how it grows. Although there is an orange-red form, edgeworthia akebono (or Red Dragon) on the market, it is unfortunately the nonfragrant, shorter, diploid form. Leaf curl or drop occurs when plants are over-or-underwatered. So I am encouraged to try an edgeworthia. It is not found in Bulgaria. I will be observing. Anne, I have never moved oneanyone can comment if they have. I dont know anything about growing edgeworthias in tropical climates. Denis Lucey is a customer of mine. You dont appear to be on my customer email list. Wait to water until the top few inches of soil are dry. Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Gold Rush' Sold out. Its in (what will be) high shade most of the day, some sun in the late afternoon. It did partially die back one winter when it went down to -8, but no problems since. I hope I never have to prune any more branches, it is such a gift in winter. I don't know if this winter bloomer is hard to propagate or if growers largely . It arrived fairly recently in the US. Unless you have the red / orange form, akebono, which was apparently a blooming flop for mist folks. Now the prior less hardy version, papyrifera, with a smaller leaf I would have hesitated to prune. Many years ago at the Barnes Arboretum School of Horticulture I propagated a daphne from a cutting using rooting hormone and storing it over the winter in a greenhouse. I would just have to goggle it. Sometimes if an insect chews on the leaf bud before it opens, then the leaf will be distorted. I was so happy to read that edgeworthia is kin to Winter Daphne. Happy Holidays, Carolyn. Enjoyed the snowflakes on the page! This space gets good morning sun and then afte. However, I have been able to offer it to my customers in fall 2011 and fall 2012 because my wholesale shrub supplier carries beautiful specimens of it. I am glad you appreciated the photos of the whole shrub. I need to replant my Chrysantha now to a new shadier location on the side of a big fir tree and a bit elevated location so without a drainage in the hole which turned out bad. All Rights Reserved. Carolyn. And fortunately they are fast growers which have gone down greatly in cost. Carolyn, Carolyn, I remember seeing this shrub when we visited Chanticleer together last year, and somehow I could not admire it as much as you did. Carolyn. I am going to write a follow up blog post soon about my experience over the last few years. I have mine in a 4 feet tall, 3 feet wide, and 5 feet long, container that I built and the container is in a protected locationsheltering the plant from full sun and winds. I almost didnt do the post because I thought they werent good enough. Ill have something to watch carefully through the winter. Also I had read standing water in winter was not good for the roots, which is a problem for me in some winters, esp with underground water raising to the surface, so I made a drainage with stone at the bottom of the hole and planted the edgeworthia on top of the stones. Sharon Oliver, Sharon, Unfortunately, my blog is a little confusing because if you get there using a Goggle search, the home page information does not show up because the right sidebar is not there. What zone are you? This causes the leaves to go limp when its hot but doesnt seem to harm the plants, time will tell. Eomecon chionantha . I am hoping that the recent warmth will result in the blossoms developing, and that the shrub will prove it has thrived. flowering Akebono cultivar which I planted here in my new home, a little farther east on Cape Cod. 'Akebono' may reach 8 ft by 8 ft in 10 years. More Information About Edgeworthia. Carolyn, Can I order for shipping 3 Edgeworthia chrisanthas from your nursery. Joy, I have noticed that the lower leaves turn yellow and fall off, but I didnt know it was that regular. Have you done any propagating of these? Hello Pamela, I had a similar problem with the orange (?) Carolyn. A welcomed sight in the winter garden, Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Red Dragon' (Paperbush) is a bushy, suckering, deciduous shrub, prized for its luminous, rounded inflorescences, 2 in. Anu, I dont have rabbits so am not sure what they will bother. Edgeworthias buds start to open at the beginning of March in our area and as early as January in the south. The Edgeworthia Chrysantha can grow up to 4 - 6 (120cm - 180cm) in 4 - 6 (120cm - 180cm) and 4 - 6 (120cm - 180cm) in 4 - 6 (120cm - 180cm). Carolyn what a magical shrub..those silky tassel flowers have always made me want to touch themI have never seen it in flower but it is exotic lookingthis is indeed a very special shrub to grow. I would look for the warmest microclimate you have in your garden. So glad to hear someone is growing one on Cape Cod as I am looking for a special plant for my mother! The sweet fragrance reminds you that paper bush is kin towinter daphne(but it's much easier to grow). 59.99 47.99: Quantity: available to order from spring. Keeping paper bush plants healthy as they establish will help promote better results in the future. Les, Our edgeworhtias went limp quite a few times during the summer, but the flowers look fine now. Robert E. Lyons. Carolyn. I dont care so much about the unattractive quality, I just dont want to lose one of my favorite shrubs of all time!! The only plants that we ship are snowdrops and miniature hostas. Excellent informationthank you! It is cold-hardy to 5F degrees. Be patient. I originally favored the look of a vase like central stem, which proved stupid on a slope, so I advise taking terrain into consideration. All the plants that I follow around here are extremely healthy. As I was worried about root rotting in winter I planted it in a sheltered from cold winds southern location under the leaves of a grape vine with drainage of stones at the bottom of the hole. 20% OFF early spring interest 2 litre pot: 59.99 47.99: 2 litre pot. A Google search revealed not much information other than one edgeworthia that had been moved three times successfully. I waited years for a few blooms on my Osmanthus frangrans aurantiacus, planted in similar conditions to the abundant blooming fragrans. We're all for anything that blooms early! Facts: Edgeworthia. (LogOut/ Loads of unique yellow flower clusters and large leaves that add a tropical flare to the garden, make Edgeworthia chrysantha a "must-have" specimen bush for shade gardens. Happy Winter, Emily, I too find Edgeworthia to be a very hardy plant. Short-stalked, lanceolate-oblong, dark green leaves (to 3-5" long and 2" wide) are crowded near the branch ends. Im partial to her because a previous boss said it would never make it I bought 2 at the Scott sale last year, one of the species and one Red Dragon. The buds of E. chrysantha can get frozen with a resulting loss of flowers but the plants bounce right back. Carolyn. Martha, What time of year did you prune it and how much did you take off? I have a lose cover of pine needles close to the base and out to the drip line of the tree (it is now a very large shrub/treeit is about 2 and a half meters tall and as wide). to see if it helps. It is in dappled morning shade, a window of full sun in the mid afternoon, and shaded in late afternoon. If the shrub has really outgrown its original spot, then I would move it and hope for the best because what choice do you have? Thank you! i live in zone 8a,and would like to know if i can purchase Edgeworthia from you ?If yes, please send me details. This selection by our friend, Tony Avent, stands out from other Chinese paperbush and is said to be more cold hardy. Follow this link https://carolynsshadegardens.com/2017/01/28/edgeworthia-update/ and please make a comment with your edgeworthia exeriences! Striking in appearance I remember seeing this (though it may have been a different Edgeworthia species and cultivar entirely) in Tony Avent's garden in . I have two Edgeworthia. More feedback as the seasons pass. Basically I had to water it every day not to have the leaves droop. Edgeworthias can take full sun, but full sun areas are usually less protected from winter cold and wind. It has come back well, however, with very little die back. These hang on the bare branches and flood the garden with an exotic perfume, creating a sight and smell you will love. 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