Hamamelis virginiana
$62.00 / 3G
Native Witchhazel ·
Our Hamamelis virginiana, also known as Native Witchhazel, is a beautiful addition to any garden. This deciduous tree is known for its unique, spidery flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring. The leaves turn a vibrant yellow in the fall, adding a pop of color to your landscape. Hardy and easy to care for, this tree is a great choice for adding interest to your outdoor space.
Description
Native Witchhazel is a tree suited to full sun to part sun and average conditions. It offers green color in summer. Useful for native and wildlife-focused plantings.
Benefits
Adds long-term structure, shade, and a sense of permanence to the landscape. Brings more movement to the garden by drawing butterflies and other pollinators. Fits naturally into Mid-Atlantic planting palettes and habitat-minded gardens.
Features
Strong showy flowers late winter; matures about 20 - 40 ft tall and 15 - 30 ft wide; regional native species
Usage/Use
Specimen tree, shade tree, street tree, wildlife planting
| Hamamelis virginiana | |
| Native Witchhazel | |
| No | |
| Best grown in full sun to part sun with average moisture. | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average moisture; Deep, well-drained garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| North America | |
| Is Native | |
| Yes | |
| High | |
| No |
| 5 - 9 | |
| Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9; protect roots during establishment. | |
| Full Sun | |
| Loam | |
| 6 - 8 | |
| 20 - 40 ft | |
| 15 - 30 ft | |
| Wide | |
| 15 - 30 ft |
| Yes | |
| On Old Wood | |
| Late Winter | |
| None | |
| Green | |
| Green foliage | |
| Butterflies | |
| Woodland Edge of Savanna | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Specimen | |
| Upright | |
| Long Lived | |
| Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Average Water | |
| Well-drained | |
| Water deeply during establishment; after established, water based on rainfall and soil moisture. | |
| Medium | |
| Water regularly during establishment, mulch to conserve moisture, and cut back/prune at the proper seasonal time. |