Hamamelis x intermedia 'Pallida' Witch Hazel
Best fragrant winter specimen for dedicated home gardeners.
This winter-blooming shrub transforms the dormant landscape with its highly fragrant, sulphur-yellow flowers. It is a compact, reliable choice for adding seasonal interest when most other plants are still resting.
$35.00
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking sensory interest during the dormant winter season
- Landscapers wanting multi-seasonal color in a single specimen plant
- Busy homeowners looking for high-impact plants with minimal upkeep
Who should skip it
- Impatient planters requiring immediate privacy or large-scale coverage
- Gardeners with heavy clay or high-pH soil profiles
- Designers needing a focal point that remains flashy all summer
Performance breakdown
Winter Interest
Unrivaled late-season color when most of the garden remains dormant.
Fragrance Intensity
Delivers a sweet, noticeable perfume that carries well in cold air.
Space Efficiency
Compact growth habit fits perfectly into smaller urban or suburban landscapes.
Hardiness Range
Reliably thrives across a broad spectrum of temperate climate zones.
Visual Impact
Striking yellow petals provide high-contrast beauty against winter's grey backdrop.
Maintenance Needs
Requires minimal pruning to maintain its manageable, attractive structural form.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Hamamelis x intermedia 'Pallida'
Mature Height
6-7 feet
Mature Spread
6-7 feet
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-8
Bloom Season
Late winter
Flower Color
Sulphur yellow
Plant Type
Deciduous shrub
Container Size
1 gallon
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