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    Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved'

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 5'
    • W: 5'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

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    Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved' plant details

    Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter orange and red flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: thelypteridaceae, thymelaeaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 5 FT wide, 5 FT tall
    Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and winter
    Uses: disease-resistant, fragrant, winter interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved'

    USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
    Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A Cistus introduction, we were given a small plant of an orange flowered paper bush from Japan and although beautiful, was rather easy to kill with various rots or other coodies. This seedling is a bit larger to 5' or so, somewhat darker orange flowers producing a great abundance in mid to late winter, the fragrance wafting for some distance. Prefers some afternoon shade, and well drained soil, though adapts well to full sun if well watered. Sculptural container plant. USDA Zone 7.

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved' plant

    How to Grow Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono Improved'

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • orange

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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