Spidery yellow, sweetly scented flowers bloom on bare branches in late winter.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jan to Mar
- USDA Zones
- 5-8
- Sun
- Full Sun or Part Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 8-12'
- Bloom Colors
- Yellow
❄ Winter Interest❋ Fragrant
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About This Name
Hamamelis mollis is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Chinese Witch Hazel unambiguously. The genus Hamamelis places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Chinese Witch Hazel, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Hamamelis mollis will give you the most precise results.