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HAMAMELIS mollis
Commonly known as Chinese witch hazel, Winterbloom
Citron-yellow, highly perfumed flowers
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DeciduousVariably margined, softly hairy, mid-green leaves 10-15cm (4-6in) long, turning yellow in autumn.
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Yellow
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Height4m (13ft)
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Spread4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubErect shrub. Spider-like flowers 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) across with 4 narrow petals in dense axillary clusters on bare branches
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Full sun
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Partial shade
HAMAMELIS mollis
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Additional FeaturesPests & DiseasesHoney fungus, coral spot.Place of originWestern and western central China.
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a shrub borderCottage garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf shapeOvate
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Pruning groupPruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Scented PlantsScented flowersVery fragrant.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilModerately fertileNeutral to acid soilWill also tolerate deep, humus-rich soils over chalk
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Hamamelis Growing Guide
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HAMAMELIS mollis 'Jermyns Gold'
Chinese witch hazel, Winterbloom
sweetly scented golden-yellow flowers
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