Hamamelis virginiana (American Witch Hazel)

A Magical Native Shrub with Late-Season Blooms

Bring year-round intrigue and ecological value to your landscape with Hamamelis virginiana, commonly known as American Witch Hazel. This native understory shrub is renowned for its unusual fall-blooming flowers, spreading form, and wildlife benefits.

• Unexpected Fall Blooms: Fragrant yellow, ribbon-like flowers bloom from October to December—long after most plants have faded.

• Attractive Architecture: Grows with a graceful, open habit and smooth gray bark, offering winter interest even when leafless.

• Wildlife Support: Provides cover for birds and small mammals, while flowers offer late-season nectar to pollinators.

• Bright Autumn Foliage: Leaves turn golden-yellow in fall, complementing the blooming flowers for a glowing display.

• Tough & Adaptable: Thrives in average to moist soils in part shade to full sun. Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8.

• Moderate Size: Reaches widths of 10–15 feet, ideal for woodland edges, native borders, or specimen plantings.

Perfect for naturalized landscapes, shady gardens, or wildlife-friendly designs, Hamamelis virginiana adds a touch of wild elegance—just when your garden needs it most.