Hamamelis vernalis 'Quasimodo'

Also Known As

Quasimodo Witch Hazel

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-7'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Hamamelis vernalis 'Quasimodo' plant details

A perfect witch hazel for a smaller space. Vase-shaped like most witch hazels, Hamamelis 'Quasimodo' has a small footprint, only a few feet wide. Shorter, achieving a max height of 6-7 feet after many years or even decades. Plant it where you can see it well during the colder months, so you can properly appreciate its fall color and the bold display of fragrant coppery flowers densely pack on bare branches in winter. Bring a few stems of flowers indoors to enjoy the fragrance. Easy to care for, you can opt to prune to refine the shape, otherwise maintenance pruning is unnecessary. If you do prune, do so after the bloom is finished, as witch hazels bloom on the previous year's wood.

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis vernalis 'Quasimodo'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in winter
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, dwarf, easy-to-grow, fall color, focal point, fragrant, vase-shaped, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamamelis vernalis 'Quasimodo'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Our plant is 6'-7' tall after 30 years. Our original plant came from Peter Zwjnenburg , Boskoop Holland its originator. This small hamamelis has a lovely spicy fragrance in winter.