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Hamamelis virginiana

Hamamelis virginiana
Witchhazel

Witch-hazel gets it name from its early use as the preferred branch used by “water witches” for dowsing to locate ground water. Witch-hazel has the unusual habit of blooming in late autumn, with pale yellow, ribbon-like flowers.  It has many cosmetic and medicinal uses and is know as an excellent natural astringent.  Grow in a protected location.

Height

10-15 feet

Sun Requirements

Prefers part shade but will tolerate full sun to part shade

Water Requirements

Prefers dryish soils but will tolerate dry to moist soils

Flowers

Yellow ribbon-like flowers in September/November

Attracts

Birds, bees and many other interesting insects

Special Tolerances

Juglones/Walnuts

Products Available

80 cm      $55.00      Item Number: SH1901