Photo of Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Also Known As

  • Witch Hazel

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-12'
  • W: 8'-12'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea' plant details

Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In 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 rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in winter
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, focal point, vase-shaped, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
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

The typical H. vernalis has yellow flowers and yellow fall foliage. This variety has bright purple flowers. The shrub is worth growing for the flowers let alone the rich purple fall color.

Gardening facts about Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea' plant

How to Grow Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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  • sun - mostly shade
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