Fragrant Wintersweet – Chimonanthus praecox Seeds | 120 Winter Blooming Shrub Seeds | Showy Yellow Fragrant Flowers | Hardy Zones 7–9

Enhance large winter landscapes with these 120 Fragrant Wintersweet (Chimonanthus praecox) seeds. This elegant deciduous shrub is treasured for its intensely fragrant yellow blooms that appear on bare branches in mid-winter—bringing warmth, color, and sweet perfume to the garden when most plants are dormant.

Native to China, Wintersweet grows 10–15 feet tall and 8–12 feet wide, or can be trained as a small ornamental tree. In January, cupped yellow flowers with rich reddish-purple centers bloom along leafless stems, releasing a spicy-sweet fragrance that becomes especially noticeable on mild winter afternoons. In fall, foliage turns a soft lemon-yellow before dropping to reveal its winter floral display.

This larger quantity is ideal for landscape projects, property borders, garden designers, and growers establishing multiple shrubs for winter interest plantings.

You will receive:
✔️ 120 Fragrant Wintersweet seeds
✔️ Fresh, untreated seeds
✔️ Labeled seed packet with sowing instructions
✔️ Suitable for Zones 7–9 (possibly Zone 6 with protection)
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Fragrant Wintersweet, Japanese Allspice
Botanical Name: Chimonanthus praecox
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Average, well-drained soil; prefers rich loam
Watering: Medium; moderate to high drought tolerance once established
Mature Height: 10–15 feet
Mature Spread: 8–12 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
USDA Zones: 7–9 (possibly 6 with winter protection)
Container Friendly: Yes (large container recommended in cooler climates)

💡 Care Tip:
Soak seeds for 24 hours. Warm stratify for 90 days, then cold stratify at 40°F for 90 days in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1/2 inch deep and keep evenly moist. Plant near walkways or entryways to fully enjoy the winter fragrance.