Overview

Corylopsis pauciflora is a bushy deciduous shrub in the genus Corylopsis, part of the Hamamelidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Corylopsis pauciflora grows best in partial shade and full sun, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and acidic and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental shrub and woodland garden. It is native to Japan, Korea and Taiwan.

About

Corylopsis pauciflora, the buttercup witch hazel or winter hazel, is a species of flowering plant in the family Hamamelidaceae, native to Taiwan and Japan. It is a deciduous, spreading shrub growing to 1.5 m tall by 2.5 m wide.

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About the genus

Corylopsis is a genus of 25 species of shrubs in the witch hazel family, Hamamelidaceae, native to eastern Asia with the majority of species endemic to China but with some also in Japan, Korea, and the Himalayas. This genus is also known from the extinct species Corylopsis reedae described from Eocene leaf fossils found in Washington State, USA.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Corylopsis

Sunlight

partial shade, full sun

Soil type

well-drained, fertile

Soil pH

acidic, neutral

Soil moisture

moist

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

sheltered

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Corylopsis pauciflora size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

deciduous shrub

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

ornamental shrub, woodland garden

Native to

Japan, Korea, Taiwan

Fragrance

fragrant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Corylopsis pauciflora

Cultivation

Prefers sheltered position in partial shade with moist, well-drained soil. Avoid exposed windy sites.

Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

Propagation

Propagation by semi-ripe cuttings in summer or by seed.

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Honey fungus

Frequently asked questions