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Hamamelis virginiana

Virginia Witchhazel

  • »  Good source of nectar late in the season
  • »  Fragrant, bright yellow flowers in late fall
  • »  Great fall foliage color
  • »  Provides nesting sites for many different birds
  • »  A tough, adaptable plant suitable for a variety of garden uses

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This trouble free native straddles the line between tree and shrub but there is never any doubt of the outstanding characteristics it brings to the landscape. Aggressive growing, it quickly becomes a substantial landscape presence bringing substantial beauty to each season. Spring sees its large, bluish-green foliage emerge with a bronze tinge. Foliage darkens through the summer months hiding branches and providing thick covered protection for numerous bird species. As colder weather approaches, leaves turn a bright yellow providing a tremendous fall foliage show. After the foliage has left in late October, this plant blooms with its spidery yellow, strap-like petals complete with a spicy scent that enlivens the autumn landscape with the last flower of any ornamental of the season. Distinct gray bark adds winter interest to this American Beauties classic plant that grows in full sun or partial shade.

Attributes
Native
Foliage Color
Green
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Songbirds
Flower Color
Orange
Yellow
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Early Spring
Winter
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Fall
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Hamamelis virginiana

Grows best in moist, acidic, rich soil in partial shade. Tolerates clay soil and poor drainage. Remove basal sprouts to maintain tree-like shape and to prevent suckers from spreading if you don't want a thicket.