Hamamelis mollis 'Goldcrest'

Also Known As

Hamamelis 'Gold Crest'
Hamamelis 'Goldcrest'
Goldcrest Witch Hael

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 10'-15'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Hamamelis mollis 'Goldcrest' plant details

Hamamelis mollis 'Goldcrest' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In winter yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis mollis 'Goldcrest'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in winter
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, focal point, fragrant, hedge, vase-shaped, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamamelis mollis 'Goldcrest'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The large, sweetly-scented flowers of rich golden-yellow suffused with claret-red at the base are some of the latest to appear in spring, making this handsome large shrub a treasure. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

We grow all of our witch hazels as single trunked small trees to 12'. Goldcrest has a spreading covered with golden flowers with a claret base in late winter and very fragrant. zone 6