Chimonanthus Praecox

5 seeds

Chimonanthus praecox (Wintersweet)

• Sowing Time: Best from October to February at 15–25°C.

• Seed Prep: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours; scarify slightly if needed.

• Soil: Use well-drained loamy soil mixed with compost and sand.

• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds 2–3 cm deep and keep soil moist.

• Light: Requires full sun to partial shade.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist during germination.

• Germination: Takes 4–6 weeks under warm, humid conditions.

• Care: Transplant seedlings when 10–15 cm tall; protect from extreme heat.

• Blooming: Produces fragrant yellow flowers in winter to early spring.