
Common Name: 'Pallida' Witchhazel
Hamamelis mollis ‘Pallida’ is a deciduous shrub valued for its large, fragrant, pale yellow winter flowers and strong garden presence. Broad green leaves emerge in spring, create a dense canopy through summer, and turn rich yellow in fall, while clusters of long, ribbon-like flowers appear in mid to late winter on bare branches, filling the air with a sweet fragrance. Its early bloom time and scent make it a standout in winter landscapes. Type: Deciduous shrub Mature Size:Width: 10–15 ftHeight: 10–15 ft(10-year size: approx. 6–10 ft tall × 5–8 ft wide) USDA Zones: 5a–8bForm: Upright to spreading, vase-shapedLight: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in sun)Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soilsWater: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture Wildlife: Provides early-season nectar for pollinators Features & Landscape Uses Large, fragrant pale yellow flowers in winter Strong scent adds sensory interest Reliable fall color Excellent specimen or woodland shrub Care Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Performs best in full sun for maximum flowering but tolerates partial shade. Prune after flowering if needed. Mulch to maintain soil moisture and cool roots. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.
| Plant Type: | Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Deciduous Shrub |
| Width: | 10-15' |
| Height: | 10-15' |
| Fragrant: | Yes |
| Fruit | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Zone: | 5 - 9 |
| Deer Resistant: | Yes |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Bloom Time: | Late Winter |
| Landscape/Use: | Specimen, Mass Planting, Accent Plant |
| Shape: | Vase Shaped, Upright |
| Soil Type | Acidic, Moist well-drained |
| Leaf Color: | Olive Drab |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |