Architectural deciduous shrub with three-branched stems carrying pendant clusters of fragrant silky yellow flowers on bare wood in late winter. Native to the Himalayan region.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 7–10 | −17.8 °C to 4.4 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H4 | −10 °C to −5 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 7–9 | −12 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 2–5 | −10 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Flowers February–March — a sculptural late-winter seasonal marker, particularly striking against snow or bare ground
- Stem fibre traditionally used in Japan for high-quality banknote paper, hence the common name
- Needs sheltered position in dappled shade — flowers are damaged by hard frost
- Resents both waterlogging and drought — moist, free-draining soil is the brief
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