Winter hazel (Corylopsis)

Winter hazel

Winter hazel is a genus of nearly 30 species of shrubs, native to eastern Asia. They grow to 2 to 6 m tall, often with a crown wider than the shrub's height. The leaves are ovate with an acute apex and a serrated margin. The flowers are produced in late winter in pendulous racemes with 5-30 flowers; each flower has five pale yellow petals. The fruit is a dry capsule, containing two glossy black seeds.

Scientific classification

Genus

Winter hazel (Corylopsis)

Family

Witch-hazel

Order

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

Winter

Growth Season

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Species

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Quickly Identify Winter hazel

Broad, ovate leaves with a glossy texture, 2-6 inches (5-15 cm) long.

Pendant clusters of vibrant, fragrant yellow flowers, 1-3 inches (2.5-7.6 cm) long.

Distinctive 2-beaked capsules with shiny black seeds, a visual contrast of matte and shine.

Smooth stem with zig-zag branching pattern, slender, 0.1-0.2 inches (2.5-5 mm) in diameter.

Ovate to cordate leaves with sunken veining, turning yellow in autumn.

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Care Guide for Winter hazel

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Water: Winter hazel, native to woodland understories, prefers dappled sunlight and well-drained soil. It requires moderate moisture, with watering every 1-2 weeks to avoid waterlogging. Typically grown outdoors, irrigation should be adjusted seasonally to align with its dormancy and growth periods.

Propagation: Propagation methods for winter hazel include semi-hardwood cuttings and seeds, requiring consistent moisture, well-drained acidic soil, and partial shade. Use rooting hormone for cuttings and stratify seeds for 1-3 months. For cuttings, maintain high humidity until rooted. Sow seeds in spring in a cold frame.

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