What is Wintersweet?
Wintersweet, also known as chimonanthus , is a type of flowering evergreen plants. These plants are indigenous for China and omit a fragrant and spicy aroma. Chimonanthus will usually bloom at the end of winter. It is believed that Wintersweet can have antibacterial properties, which is beneficial for healing purposes.
Wintersweet in Bloom develops fine yellow flowers on their stems that do not produce no leaves. It is usually a slowly growing type of shrub. The shrub can grow in a height of more than 12 feet (3.6 m). The plant is usually narrower than high. When deciding where to plant this keb, it should be considered that this species requires well -drained soil and will not succeed in extremely wet conditions. The flowering plant is generally resistant, albeit susceptible to mites, beetles and other small pests. When sowing the plant, it is important to realize that it can take several years to fully bloom. It can be maintained as a large shrub or can be cut into a smaller plant.
If trimming is desirable, it is usually the best at the end of winter. This should be done after the tree creates its flowers. It is recommended that any damaged branches show signs of tension or disease. However, diseases in this family of plants are not a common problem. The bright color of the flowers of this plant creates a nice contrast against a deeper shaded evergreen tree or bush and is recommended to connect them together.
winter care is relatively easy and low maintenance. The plant should be fed with high -quality organic fertilizer and maintained with a natural type of compost located around the soil. This species can tolerate full sunlight, although partial shade is recommended for several hours a day. These plants produce the so -called winter flower. This makes Wintersweet a good choice for those who want to dress their gardens during the winter months.
Wintersweet's fragrance canbe often very strong. Flowers and stems, as well as branches, produce a distinctive scent. It is often desirable to cut off a branch or two and place them in a house for a rich aromatic nature.