Sinocalycanthus chinensis - 40-50 CM C2

Description
The Chinese sinocalycanthus (Sinocalycanthus chinensis) is an upright, broad shrub that produces creamy white, cupped flowers. They appear in June. These produce green, pear-shaped fruits from August. The Chinese sinocalycanthus also has shiny, light green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected location with humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 3 metres and grows to a width of approx. 3 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Calycanthus chinensis.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow autumn colouring

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Chinese sinocalycanthus are light green, glossy and opposite. They are about 10 - 15 cm in size. Chinese sinocalycanthus turns bright yellow in autumn.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Chinese sinocalycanthus has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Chinese sinocalycanthus is an upright and broad-growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 3 m and is approx. 2 - 3 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The creamy white, cupped flowers appear in June.

Root
Sinocalycanthus chinensis is a shallow-rooting plant.