Hamamelis vemalis - Cultivation Notes
Witch hazel requires a well drained fertile soil that is acidic / neutral - not chalky! Preferring a shady spot out of direct sun, avoid exposed / cold areas. Plant in autumn - prune sparingly to shape.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Hamamelis vemalis:
- Scented blossom
- Attractive autumn colour
- Ornamental winter bark / tracery
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Provides valuable winter interest
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
- Produces winter flowers
Weaknesses of Hamamelis vemalis
- Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations
- Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils
Design & Plant Use for Hamamelis vemalis:
- Provides scented winter blossom
- Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils
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