Overview
Edgeworthia chrysantha is a bushy shrub in the genus Edgeworthia, part of the Thymelaeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.0 m tall. Edgeworthia chrysantha grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental shrub, borders and woodland gardens. It is native to China South-Central, China Southeast and Myanmar.
About
Edgeworthia chrysantha is a cultivar of the genus Edgeworthia, a group of plants in the Thymelaeaceae family. This cultivar typically grows to about 2.0 metres in height and thrives in full sun. It prefers moist but well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay types. Native to regions in South-Central and Southeast China as well as Myanmar, it is hardy in the UK to H5, making it suitable for a range of garden conditions.
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About the genus
Edgeworthia is a genus of plants in the family Thymelaeaceae. When the genus was first described, it was published twice in the same year (1841), in two separate publications: Plantarum vascularium genera: secundum ordines naturales digesta eorumque differentiae et affinitates tabulis diagnostacis expositae; and Denkschriften der Regensburgischen Botanischen Gesellschaft.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Edgeworthia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Edgeworthia chrysantha size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 2.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Ornamental shrub, Borders, Woodland gardens
- Native to
- China South-Central, China Southeast, Myanmar
- Fragrance
- Fragrant flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Edgeworthia chrysantha
- Cultivation
- Prefers sheltered position, avoid harsh winds; mulch in winter to protect roots
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Edgeworthia chrysantha?
Prefers sheltered position, avoid harsh winds; mulch in winter to protect roots.
Where is the best place to plant Edgeworthia chrysantha?
Edgeworthia chrysantha prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Edgeworthia chrysantha need?
Edgeworthia chrysantha is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How do I prune Edgeworthia chrysantha?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
How big does Edgeworthia chrysantha grow?
Edgeworthia chrysantha reaches a height of 2.0 m.
Is Edgeworthia chrysantha hardy in the UK?
Edgeworthia chrysantha has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Edgeworthia chrysantha?
Semi-ripe cuttings in summer, layering.