Corylopsis spicata 'Aurea'

Also Known As

Spike Winter Hazel

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Corylopsis spicata 'Aurea' plant details

Corylopsis spicata 'Aurea' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corylopsis spicata 'Aurea'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fragrant, rare, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corylopsis spicata 'Aurea'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Not only do yellow flowers brighten any shady corner in early spring, but so do the bright-yellow leaves that follow; plant this delightful 6' x 6' flowering shrub in a cool spot to delay flowers. PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

The golden spike winter hazel. This lovely early spring flowering shrub is covered with 2” yellow racemes. Following the flowers there are glorious golden yellow pleated leaves. The two seasons of blooms and foliage make a nice addition to the woodland garden.

By: Gossler Farms

The beautiful arching and zig-zagging branches of this deciduous shrub look amazing holding snow in the winter and with the cheerful, pendulous, pale yellow flowers held in dangling racemes in early spring. The leaves are orb-shaped and bright yellow, possibly turning to pale green later in the season. Underplant with Pulmonaria, cyclamen, Ophiopogon, hellebores and Omphalodes.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

One of the loveliest winterhazels we have come across, to under 10 ft tall with butterscotch-yellow leaves, tinted orange where they meet sun, and pale yellow flowers in mid winter -- all managed with the same grace we have come to expect from the species. Still rare but should be much less so. We suggest dappled shade, occasional summer water where dry, and decently drained soil. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6.

By: Cistus Nursery

Stunning yellow foliage with red highlights on the new growth. Fragrant primrose yellow flowers appear in early spring before the leaves emerge. Prefers part shade.