Witch-Hazel, American

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Description

American Witch-hazel
Description American witch-hazel (Hamamelis virginiana), also known as striped or spotted alder, is a small tree or tall shrub. Witch-hazel is a great plant with unique features. It has crooked, spreading branches and aromatic flowers in fall to winter. Its unique bloom period makes it a great ornamental accent and important for pollinators. Its lettuce green leaves maintain color late into fall and then turns into gold. The aromatic extract of the leaves, twigs, and bark is used as a mild astringent. *Important to shade while young
Seedling information
Age 0 – 2 years
Size 12 – 18″
Size
Height 20 – 30 ft.
Spread 12 – 20 ft.
Growth rate Medium
Needs
Sun Part shade to shade
Water use Medium
Soil Rich, well-drained soil
Fruit
Bloom time September – December
Bloom color Orange, yellow, green, brown
Fruit type Capsule
Edible/Inedible Inedible
Nativeness Native
Benefits Good for pollinators, ornamental, flowers
Climate Change Hardiness Unknown adaptability

Additional information

Amount

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