Witch Hazel Shrub - Hamamelis Vernalis
The Witch Hazel tree has an unusual timing that brings a welcome splash of color in late fall. It often continues well into winter, making it one of the most rewarding additions to any landscape. Its vibrant yellow blooms in the spring make it a favorite among homeowners and avid gardeners.
Gardeners love this shrub for its resilience and adaptability. It thrives in various soils, grows well in sun or partial shade, and needs little attention once established. Its strong branching structure and textured bark provide interest year-round, while its spreading form makes it a natural choice for hedges, privacy screens, or woodland gardens.
At TN Nursery, every Witch Hazel shrub is freshly dug, carefully packaged, and guaranteed to arrive in excellent condition.
Plant Details - Witch Hazel Shrub
Family: Hamamelidaceae
Water Needs: Moist
Height: 15 - 20 ft.
Spread: 15 – 20 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Yellow
Wildlife Value: AttractsBees
Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel is a great tree that will complement your yard in any capacity as a focal point, as a living fence, or as an understory plant in your woodland garden. It is also an excellent option for hedging. This plant Hamamelis has large, green, unique leaves during the spring and summer that will turn golden yellow with its fall color change.
Witch Hazel is a deciduous plant, but some leaves will remain on the tree. Pick the remaining dried brown leaves off if you prefer a cleaner look when in bloom. The flowers are fragrant and can be enjoyed from afar, but are better enjoyed up close. They are unique, with four long, spindly petals that seem to twist.
This is a low-maintenance plant that will need very little care after initial planting. It is attractive to bees, flies, and butterflies. Animals, including turkeys, will eat the seeds. This tree is tolerant of deer and other mammals, but it is recommended to protect it with caging or other means while it is young and easily damaged.
Noteworthy Characteristics of Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel can be planted under Black WalnutTrees. Seeds will project themselves up to thirty feet away from the mother plant. This tree is a host plant for many butterflies, including the Spring AzureButterfly.
Customer Reviews
My Witch Hazel purchase from TN Nursery was seamless. The plant came strong, hydrated, and immediately adapted to my soil. It’s a gorgeous addition that keeps drawing compliments.
The Witch Hazel I bought from TN Nursery has flourished beautifully. It came fresh, green, and clearly well cared for. I appreciate the nursery’s dedication to sending top-quality plants.
I’m delighted with the Witch Hazel from TN Nursery. Its vibrant appearance and strong roots made transplanting effortless. It’s already thriving and adding year-round beauty
Ordering Witch Hazel from TN Nursery was the best gardening choice I made this year. The plant came healthy, well-packaged, and in pristine condition. It’s now one of the focal points of my garden.
TN Nursery continues to amaze me with their quality. My Witch Hazel arrived lush, green, and ready to thrive. It has added a natural elegance to my backyard that I’ve always wanted
Is witch hazel a tree or shrub?
Witch Hazel is a shrub, though it can grow large enough to resemble a small tree. It features graceful branches covered with bright, fragrant flowers in fall or winter. This hardy plant is easy to grow and adds year-round beauty to gardens.
Does witch hazel like sun or shade?
Witch Hazel grows best in partial sun to light shade. It enjoys morning sunlight with some afternoon protection. In the right balance of light, it thrives and produces bright, fragrant blooms each year.
What month does witch hazel bloom?
Witch Hazel typically blooms from late fall through early spring, depending on the variety. Most types flower between October and March when few other plants do. Its colorful, fragrant blooms brighten the garden during cooler months.
Exposure
Witch Hazel thrives best in partial shade to full sun. It prefers dappled sunlight, especially in hotter conditions, but can endure full sun in cooler regions. This versatile shrub adapts well to various light conditions, making it easy to grow.
Height at Maturity
Over 10 Feet
Usage
Flowering
Shipped As
Bare-root
Ships
UPS
Planting Zones
3-9
How To Grow
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Shrubs
Bare root shrubs are a budget-friendly and efficient way to plant during the cooler months when they’re dormant. Before planting, soak the roots in water for 3–6 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a site with the appropriate light exposure for the species—most flowering shrubs prefer full to partial sun. Dig a hole wide enough to spread out the roots and deep enough so the crown (where the roots meet the stems) sits level with the soil surface.
Mound a bit of soil at the bottom of the hole, spread the roots over it, and backfill with native soil while gently firming it to remove air pockets. Water deeply after planting to settle the roots. Keep the soil moist but not soggy during the first growing season to encourage healthy establishment.
Mulch around the base (not touching the stems) to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly to remove any broken branches and to shape after the first flush of growth. With minimal care, bare root shrubs will leaf out beautifully and grow into reliable, long-term landscape anchors.
