Chimonanthus praecox, Wintersweet

The fragrant flowers on this deciduous shrub are produced in profusion in early winter. These seed grown plants can vary in flower color from pale white to yellow. The long glossy leaves give this large shrub additional interest in the summer. This grows well in partial shade to sun and evenly moist soil. This plant may require extra winter protection in Zone 6. [20'T x 15'W, Zones 6-9]