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Also Known As

  • Hamamelis intermedia 'Amethyst Purple'
  • Hamamelis x intermedia 'Amethyst Purple'
  • Amethyst Witch Hazel
  • Witch Hazel

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 6'-8'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Hamamelis vernalis 'Amethyst' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis vernalis 'Amethyst'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, focal point, fragrant, vase-shaped, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamamelis vernalis 'Amethyst'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has a bright purple flower in January-February. This plant has a much richer fall color than H. vernalis 'Purpurea'. Best with light behind the plant to highlight the flowers. All hamamelis listed by Gossler Farms in the Fall/Spring 2024/2025 catalog are hardy to at least -12° in their Springfield, Oregon garden, and all are grafted plants.
Lovely and unusual, the plum colored, ribbon-like blooms emit a spicy fragrance when they make their much anticipated appearance in mid-winter. This 8-10' rounded bush with its dark-gray-green crinkled foliage is a delight year round! The scarlet fall color is another of its fine attributes to look forward to! S-PSh/M
Amethyst is something brand new in Witch Hazel flower color. Amethyst blooms in February here, with a burst of lavender-purple flowers appearing on bare stems. Fragrant flowers fill the garden with clean witch hazel scent.

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Gardening facts about Hamamelis vernalis 'Amethyst' plant

How to Grow Hamamelis vernalis 'Amethyst'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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