Hamamelis x intermedia

Also Known As

Witch Hazel

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 15'-20'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Hamamelis x intermedia plant details

Hamamelis x intermedia is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis x intermedia

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, focal point, vase-shaped, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamamelis x intermedia

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A hybrid of H. japonica and H. mollis. A vase-shaped 15-20' shrub with bright green oval leaves up to 6" in length, and good yellow coloring in the fall. Early to midwinter, flowers with long narrow petals are borne on bare branches. Give these shrubs full sun or partial shade. Prefers moist but well drained, fertile soil.