Corylopsis veitchiana autumn The tree has multiple uses

The tree has multiple uses from its wood being used in long bows to being used as a hedgerow and is very hardy

the fruit have been used in those regions but are quite astringent until bletted (similar to medlars) when they then take on a very interesting and pleasing taste

an alcoholic fruit punch traditionally served warm around the Christmas and New Years Eve period

In autumn white berries appear that last on the shrub well into winter

This rare deciduous tree native to Japan that makes an excellent specimen or shade tree

Corylopsis veitchiana autumn The tree has multiple usesA deciduous shrub native to China that produces long weeping yellow flowers on bare stems in late winter. Grows to about 1. 5m with a rounded shape and prefers a sheltered partly shaded spot in moist well drained soil.