Chimonanthus — 2 species
Botanical species in the genus Chimonanthus recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Chimonanthus nitens
Chimonanthus nitens
Family: Calycanthaceae
Cultivation
Chimonanthus nitens grows wild at low to moderate elevations in the temperate to subtropical zones of eastern and southern China (hardiness zones 7 - 9) Species in this genus generally prefer a sunny position in a deep, well-drained soil and a position sheltered from strong winds.
Full cultivation guide →Chimonanthus praecox
Chimonanthus praecox
Family: Calycanthaceae
Cultivation
Chimonanthus praecox is very tolerant of cold, being able to tolerate occasional temperatures falling as low as -25°c. However, it requires hot summers in order to initiate free flowering and so, in regions with cool summers, it is usually grown against a sunny wall. Requires a good soil in a sunny sheltered position.
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