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Chimonanthus praecox - winter flowers
Chimonanthus praecox - summer leaves
Chimonanthus praecox - winter flowers
Chimonanthus praecox - summer leaves

Chimonanthus praecox

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(Wintersweet) A popular semi-evergreen plant native to the woods and hills of China, Chimonanthus praecox has fantastic, sweetly scented, creamy-yellow flowers in winter on mature plants.

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  • 3 litre pot (3-4 years old, 30-40 cm tall)

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Delivery Options
(For any number of plants sent by courier)

Standard: £6.95* (free over £50*)
Shipped within 2-3 working days
Priority: £15
Shipped ASAP
Click & Collect: free
*Surcharges apply for Highlands & Islands.

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A popular semi-evergreen plant native to the woods and hills of China, Chimonanthus praecox has fantastic, sweetly scented, creamy-yellow flowers in winter on mature plants. The flowers scent is exquisite and dried flowers can be used to create home-made pot-pourri.

In our opinion, Chimonanthus praecox should be planted in an area of the garden close to the house or garden path, for example near a back door, where the fragrance can be appreciated in the depths of winter!


  • Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
  • Soil: Fertile, well-drained soils.
  • Hardiness: Hardy. Chimonanthus praecox will flower better if planted in a warm area, sheltered from strong winds.
  • Flowering Period: December - February.
  • Flower Colour: Creamy yellow
  • Rate of Growth: Moderate
  • Habit: Chimonanthus praecox grows to be a medium sized shrub with a branching, rounded crown once established.
    • Height: 2.5 m (8 ft) - 3 m (10 ft)
    • Spread: up to 3 m (10 ft)
  • Notes: Chimonanthus praecox can be pruned to remove any dead material after flowering if required.
How Much Sun
Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size
Shrub - Medium (1.5m - 3m)
Growing Conditions
Soil: Alkaline, Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Acid, Soil: Dry/Sandy
Special Features
Flowers in Winter, Scented, Suitable for Containers
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