Sinowilsonia henryi
Henry Wilson tree
A large, spreading, deciduous shrub or small tree. The leaves are broadly oval, to 18cm long. Green, catkin-like flowers appear in late spring; male and female on separate plants. Female catkins can extend to 15cm in fruit
Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Hamamelidaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Sinowilsonia are deciduous shrubs or small trees with broad, oval leaves and catkin-like flowers produced in spring before the leaves open
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- C & W China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well drained, humus-rich acid soil with protection from midday sun and cold, drying winds
Propagation
Propagate by seed sown in autumn, or by softwood cuttings, with bottom heat, in early summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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