Hamamelis virginiana - 40-60 CM C7.5

Description
The Virginian witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a sprawling, funnel-shaped large shrub that produces pale yellow flowers with a light fragrance. They appear from October to November. These produce light brown fruits. They exude a light fragrance. The Virginian witch hazel also has egg-shaped, medium green leaves. Its bark is light brown and smooth. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, weakly acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 7 metres and grows to a width of approx. 6 metres.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * attractive yellow autumn colouring * Resistant to urban climates, shade-tolerant, cannot be built over

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Virginian witch hazel are medium green, ovate, alternate. They are about 8 - 15 cm in size. Virginian witch hazel turns bright yellow in autumn.

Bark
Light brown, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The Virginian witch hazel has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Virginian witch hazel is a sprawling, funnel-shaped large shrub with a loose, translucent crown. It usually reaches a height of 3 - 7 m and is approx. 3 - 6 m wide. It usually grows 15 - 20 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The light yellow flowers appear from October to November. They are slightly fragrant.

Use
Homeopathy

Root
Hamamelis virginiana is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.