About
Sinowilsonia henryi, the Henry Wilson tree, is a large, spreading, deciduous shrub or small tree producing broadly oval leaves to 18 cm and green, catkin-like flowers in late spring on separate male and female plants; female catkins extend to 15 cm in fruit. A rewarding and ornamental large shrub for a sheltered, woodland-edge setting.
About the genus
Sinowilsonia are deciduous shrubs or small trees producing broad, oval leaves and catkin-like flowers in spring. Grown as ornamental large shrubs or small trees in sheltered woodland-edge settings.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeLoam, Sand
Soil pHAcid
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectWest-facing, East-facing, North-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height4-8 metres
Spread4-8 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesArchitectural, Cottage and informal garden
Native toC & W China
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well drained, humus-rich acid soil with protection from midday sun and cold, drying winds
PruningPruning group 1
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in autumn, or by softwood cuttings, with bottom heat, in early summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free