What you will get
You will receive two live young wintersweet trees (Chimonanthus praecox) growing in 4” pots.
About the Wintersweet Tree
The wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) is a captivating deciduous shrub and known for its bursts of yellow flowers with pleasant fragrance on bare branches during the wintertime.
Why Grow the Wintersweet Trees
Wintersweet is very special because it blooms in the winter with a pleasant and sweet fragrance. Its yellow flowers are highly enjoyable. The tree covered with Its glossy green leaves are also very ornamental throughout the season. Wintersweet not only adds beauty to the winter landscape and brings the family joy but also is your neighbors’ and visitors’ appreciation. The young trees can also be used as bonsai starters.
Care Tips
Choose a sunny location for planting. Wintersweet thrives in a moist but well-drained soil and is adaptable to a wide range of soil pH. Water deeply and regularly until established. Once established, regular rainfall usually fulfills the shrub’s needs. The listed wintersweet variety is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9. While not strictly needed, feeding can help produce more blooms. Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the shrub and encourage new growth.