Also known as Buttercup Winterhazel · Buttercup Witch-Hazel · Buttercup Witchhazel
Buttercup Winter-Hazel (Corylopsis pauciflora) is a deciduous shrub prized for its early spring blooms of fragrant, pale yellow, bell-shaped flowers that appear before th
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade to Full Sun
50% intensity
Thrives in partial shade but can tolerate full sun if soil moisture is maintained.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging.
Loam, Sandy loam, Clay loam
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerant of a range of temperatures; protect from extreme heat and severe frost when young.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring; avoid over-fertilization.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter. Check the top few centimeters of soil; if dry, it's time to water.
Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot.
Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and size. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can encourage bushier growth.
Avoid heavy pruning as it can reduce the following year's flower display.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or from seed sown in autumn. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone and placed in a moist, well-draining medium. Seed requires stratification before sowing.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years in spring, or when root-bound. Mature specimens generally do not require frequent repotting. Use a well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Buttercup Winter-Hazel (Corylopsis pauciflora)
Where Buttercup Winter-Hazel (Corylopsis pauciflora) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Hamamelidaceae |
| Genus | Corylopsis |
| Species | Corylopsis pauciflora |
Similar in genus Corylopsis
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