Winterhazel Seeds - Fragrant Winterhazel
(Corylopsis glabrescens) Perennial. Zone 5. Native range—Japan & Korea.
Hamamelidaceae (Witch Hazel) Family.
The lovely fragrance of Winterhazel is a true treat in early Spring, as their pale yellow drooping blooms appear on bare branches. Leaves fill in after. Grows 9-15 feet tall, wide spreading habit. Protect from harsh winds and keep sheltered in colder zones. Needs well-draining soil, intolerant of clay soils, prefers acidic soil. Pairs well with both Forsythia and Witch Hazel.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS
For best results, sow seeds outdoors in late summer, mulch beds. If starting indoors...
SEED PRETREATMENT: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Then, mix seeds with moistened soil 4x seed volume. Place in a plastic bag or container.
STRATIFICATION: After soaking seeds, start 150 days warm/moist (20°C), the top of your fridge is a good spot for this, monitor for mold. Next, 90 days cold/moist (5°C), in your fridge is a good spot. Inspect periodically for even moisture.
POST-STRATIFICATION: Sow stratified seeds 1/4” deep. Alternating soil temperatures during the day (warmer than 20 °C) and night (cooler than 20°C) can help germination. Water evenly.
GERMINATION: Generally occurs in 60-90 days. Outdoor Spring sowing of unstratified seeds, will germinate the following Spring.
Stratifying Seeds Naturally Outdoors in the Fall
How to Stratify Tree Seeds Indoors
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