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Hamamelis virginiana
Common Witchhazel
![Hamamelis virginiana Common Witchhazel from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-4149.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Quick growing woody
- Large, bluish green foliage
- Fragrant, bright yellow fall flowers
- Great late season nectar source
![Fast Growing](image/chars/char-92.png)
Fast Growing
![Native](image/chars/char-45.png)
Native
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Summer](image/chars/char-40.png)
Summer
![Attracts Pollinators](image/chars/char-141.png)
Attracts Pollinators
![Attracts Songbirds](image/chars/char-114.png)
Attracts Songbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grows best in moist, acidic, rich soil in partial shade. Tolerates clay soil and poor drainage. Remove basal sprouts to maintain tree-like shape and to prevent suckers from spreading if you don't want a thicket.
Height: 8-12 ft
Spread: 6-10 ft
Price Level 1: $49.99~#3
Bloom Color: Yellow
Zone: 4-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Native
- Fast Growing
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Winter
- Summer
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water