Witch Hazel: Hamamelis Virginiana

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a deciduous shrub with sparse, spidery flowers and is versatile throughout the seasons. As it blooms brightly in fall and needs very little maintenance, this shrub is a popular choice for bringing visual interest to any garden.

Witch Hazel - A Fall  Blooming Shrub

It is very easy to grow and prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil type. It does well in full and partial shade and suits most gardens. Put the root ball in a hole twice its size and fill it with dirt and water to keep it moist. Once established, it is spartan, requiring only occasional watering in dry conditions and a bit of pruning to shape or slash off damaged branches.

 Seasonal Blooms and Color Changes

It is prized for its unusual and beautiful flowers, which open late in the fall or winter when most other plants are hibernating. The flowers contain long, rolled petals of different colors, such as yellow, orange, or red. The plant's ovate leaves shade it in spring and summer, becoming yellow before the flowers appear in autumn.

Shape and Longevity Of This Native Shrub

 The shrub is spreading and rounded and reaches 10 to 15 feet. Its small size and graceful branches make it wonderful for borders, woodland gardens, or as a specimen plant. It will survive decades of neglect.

Life Cycle - TN Nursery 

Witch Hazel shrubs are hand-harvested at TN Nursery and shipped as healthy, ready-to-plant plants. These plants set themselves quickly, leaving you with distinctive, fall-flowering, long-lasting flowers. Add this shrub to your yard for an old-school and classic touch!

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Fall

Bloom/Foliage Color

Yellow

Height at Maturity

Under 25 Feet

Care

Witch Hazel thrives in well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells. Prune in late summer to shape and remove dead branches. Spread a proportional fertilizer in early spring to sustain healthy growth and blooming.

Plant Reproduction

Witch Hazel spreads via seed dispersal and root suckers.

Plant bare-root shrubs during the more excellent spring or fall months, from November through April. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root system and slightly more profound than its height. Position the shrub so that the top of the roots is level with the ground, and put back the soil dug over the roots. Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, ensuring the mulch does not touch the shrub's stem. Water regularly, especially during the first year, to establish strong roots. Prune shrubs as needed to promote healthy growth. In the spring, fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer suited to the specific needs of the shrub.

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