Buy Hamamelis virginiana var. mexicana

Also Known As

Hamamelis mexicana
Hamamelis vernalis 'Mexicana'
Hamamelis vernalis var. mexicana
Witch Hazel

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 8'-12'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Hamamelis virginiana var. mexicana plant details

Hamamelis virginiana var. mexicana is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter cream 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 rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis virginiana var. mexicana

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: cream 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 virginiana var. mexicana

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Mexican native blooms in October with many small light yellow flowers. Many times the foliage is still on the plant. The fragrance carries for yards. 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.

By: Gossler Farms

Another plant with contentious naming, you will find information on this plant under both names. This plant's native range falls in Northern Mexico. It has similar lateral branching to other Witch Hazels, forming a multistemmed tree. Light to strong yellow flowers with narrow petals that appear as fringe when in full bloom. Foliage is dark green and heavily textured.