Chimonanthus praecox ~ Fragrant Wintersweet moderate-growth (3) John Stratford

(3) John Stratford

The large bright red flowers with rich yellow centers bloom from late spring through summer

Sturdy stems sport large bright yellow flowers with flecked throats that bloom from spring into fall

常夏石竹(地被石竹) Dianthus plumarius [上海植物園 Shanghai Botanical Garden]

(2) POHAN CHEN

Chimonanthus praecox ~ Fragrant Wintersweet moderate-growth (3) John StratfordFragrant Wintersweet is a large deciduous shrub with a multi stemmed vase shaped habit and dark green leaves that turns butter yellow in fall. Extremely fragrant clusters of small pale yellow flowers bloom in winter before the foliage emerges and is followed by brown fruit capsuls. Grows best with full sun in moist well drained soil. Type: Shrub Origins: China Height: 10' 15' Spread: 8 12' Spacing: 10' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part