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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 9–11Type Shrub
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — tubular yellow flowers from late winter to early spring; is a distinctive deciduous shrub that adds a, image 67

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

Type
Shrub
Family
Ericaceae

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Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — is a distinctive deciduous shrub that adds a sculptural elegance and an all-season interest to the landscape
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — making it a low-maintenance choice for the landscape.<br><br>In the design plan; suited to zones 7-10, it, image 105
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — tubular yellow flowers from late winter to early spring; is a distinctive deciduous shrub that adds a sculptural elegance
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush (Edgeworthia chrysantha), a deciduous shrub, reaches up to 6 feet tall and wide; lush blue-green, image 55
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — plant the Paperbush in partially shaded to full sun locations in well-drained
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — infusing the landscape with color and a sweet, image 95
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Paperbush typically requires minimal pruning and is relatively free of serious pests and diseases, image 77
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — Suited to zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade and well-drained soil; the leaves turn to shades of yellow, image 57
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) — shrub for half or shade; making it a low-maintenance choice for the landscape.<br><br>In the design plan, image 81
Paperbush (Edgeworthia Chrysantha) — spicy scent that is a beacon to early pollinators.<br><br>The dark green; fertile soil with consistent moisture
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