Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono' Chinese Paperbush flowers Deciduous Earl Sommerville Azalea

Deciduous Earl Sommerville Azalea

‘Karl Fuchs’ was selected as a chance seedling in Afghanistan for its exceptional drought tolerance and cultivated by Karl Fuchs of Germany

To maintain its special characteristics

Hardy Hong Kong Rose Tree

reticulated veins that beautifully highlight soft reddish and creamy tones

Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono' Chinese Paperbush flowers Deciduous Earl Sommerville AzaleaEdgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono' Flowering Rice Paper Plant Chinese Love Knot Plant Zones 7 10 Morning Sun to Full Shade Edgeworthia papyrifera 'Akebono' has one of the largest blooms and one of the largest flowers. This selection by our friend, Tony Avent, stands out from other Chinese paperbush and is said to be more cold hardy. 'Akebono' may reach 8 ft by 8 ft in 10 years. The large yellow and white blooms put on a display in late winter.