Witch Hazel
Hamamelis virginiana
| Description: The early winter flowers of this small tree astonish in the woodland. The commercial source of witch hazel, for aching muscles. |
| Propagation: Cuttings in spring |
| Initial bloom (month and week): October W4 |
| Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden |
| Color of flower: Yellow and red |
| Height: 15-20′ |
| Spread: 15-20′ |
| Family: Hamamelidaceae |
| Soil type: Acidic woodland soil |
| Soil moisture: Medium moist to wet |
| Light: Shade to part shade |
| Zone: 3-8 |