Hamamelis mollis

Common Name(s):

Chinese witch hazel, Chinese witchhazel

Cultivar(s):

Pallida, Brevipetala, Princeton Gold, Early Bright

Categories:

Shrubs, Trees

Comment:

Not as hardy as other Hamamelis spp.; most fragrant witchhazel. This tree is mildly resistant to damage by deer.

Play Value Wildlife Enhancement

Seed: Capsule

Height:

10-15 ft.

Foliage:

Alternate, simple medium green leaves; 3-6 in. long; yellow to orange-yellow fall color

Flower:

Yellow flowers with red brown calyx in late winter to early spring; fragrant; strap shaped petals

Zones:

5 to 8

Habit:

Deciduous

Site:

Sun to partial shade; moist, well drained soil

Texture:

Medium

Form:

Large shrub or small tree; oval to rounded; spreading branches

Width:

10-20 ft.

Growth Rate:

Slow

Leaf:

3 to 6 in. alternate, simple leaves

Tags:

play, playground, deciduous, deer resistant, children’s garden

NCCES plant id: 1569