Witch-hazel
Hamamelis virginiana
Description:
20 to 30 foot tall shrub that produces yellow flowers and foliage in the fall. Well drained soils with medium moisture. Full sun to part shade. Does well in acidic and heavy clay soils.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | American Witch-hazel, Winterbloom |
| Plant Family: | Hamamelidaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Trees |
| South Jersey Native Range: | South Jersey |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Birds |
| Bloom Time: | September to December |
| Fruit Timing: | September to December |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry, Moist |
| Soil pH: | Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to partial shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade, Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Dry, Moist |