Paperbush

Edgeworthia Chrysantha

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Overview

Paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha), a deciduous shrub, reaches up to 6 feet tall and wide. This plant showcases silvery-gray winter buds opening to fragrant, yellow flowers in late winter/early spring. Suited to zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Lush blue-green leaves emerge post-bloom, providing a textured backdrop. Utilize as a focal point or in sensory gardens for its visual interest and aroma.

Sun Half, ShadeWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 9–11

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha), a deciduous shrub, reaches up to 6 feet tall and wide

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Lush blue-green leaves emerge post-bloom, providing a textured backdrop

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Utilize as a focal point or in sensory gardens for its visual interest and aroma

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — commonly known as Paperbush

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha), a deciduous shrub, reaches up to 6 feet tall and wide

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — This plant showcases silvery-gray winter buds opening to fragrant, yellow flowers in late winter/early spring

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — silver-white flower buds which elegantly dangle from the tips of bare branches

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–6 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family: Ericaceae

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Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Suited to zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soil

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Lush blue-green leaves emerge post-bloom, providing a textured backdrop

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Utilize as a focal point or in sensory gardens for its visual interest and aroma

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — commonly known as Paperbush

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha), a deciduous shrub, reaches up to 6 feet tall and wide

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — This plant showcases silvery-gray winter buds opening to fragrant, yellow flowers in late winter/early spring

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — silver-white flower buds which elegantly dangle from the tips of bare branches

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — these buds bloom into fragrant

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — is a distinctive deciduous shrub that adds a sculptural elegance and an all-season interest to the landscape

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush becomes a focal point with its highly distinctive

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — open habit that is as wide as it is tall.<br><br>In the colder season

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — This plant typically reaches a mature size of 4 to 6 feet in height and spread

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — tubular yellow flowers from late winter to early spring

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — providing a lush backdrop throughout the spring and summer months

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — lanceolate foliage emerges shortly after

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — spicy scent that is a beacon to early pollinators.<br><br>The dark green

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — infusing the landscape with color and a sweet

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — the leaves turn to shades of yellow before shedding

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — fertile soil with consistent moisture

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — plant the Paperbush in partially shaded to full sun locations in well-drained

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — It is hardy in USDA zones 7 through 10, tolerating temperatures down to around 0-10°F

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush typically requires minimal pruning and is relatively free of serious pests and diseases

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — again exposing the marvelously structured branches.<br><br>For optimal growth

Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — This plant showcases silvery-gray winter buds opening to fragrant, yellow flowers in late winter/early spring, image 29

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