Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Red Dragon' [syn. ‘Akebono’], Paper Bush wind-tolerant slightly ruffled purple lip

slightly ruffled purple lip

Mature size: 18 ft T x 6 ft W in 10 yrs

of the Arnold Arboretum in Massachusetts

Even slower-growing than its skinny relative

Edgeworthia chrysantha 'Red Dragon' [syn. ‘Akebono’], Paper Bush wind-tolerant slightly ruffled purple lipThis coveted member of the Daphne family is prized for the clusters of glorious red orange tubular blooms that form at the tips of bare stems in late winter. Lush green leaves follow and persist through the summer. Please note flower coloring can vary depending on temperature. 0. 5 qt pot size grown from cuttings, starter plants are generally between 4 6 inches tall Deciduous shrub; mature size: 4 6 foot tall & wide Minimum temperature: 0 F Photo