More about the plant below:
Witch Hazel (Hamamelis)
category : shrubs
position : sun, partial shade
height : 2-5 m
frost resistance : up to -20 ° C
reaction soil : neutral, slightly acidic
preferences soil : fertile, humus, permeable
watering : a lot
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : yellow, orange, red
shape : bushy
period flowering : December-March
seeding : autumn, spring
reproduction:layering, semi-woody cuttings
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : discounts, parks, terraces
pace growth : slow
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Witch hazel is distinguished by very original flowers, which, depending on the variety, can bloom already in winter. They consist of four narrow ribbon-like flowers.Depending on the variety, they are twisted or straight, usually yellow, although they may also have an orange or red color.
The flowers are formed from January in small tufts on still naked shoots. When frosts come, the flowers roll up by themselves.They open when warming is coming.
Witch hazel - developmental features
Witch hazel has a wide, funnel-shaped habit and reaches a height of up to 4 meters. In autumn it turns yellow to red.
Witch hazel stand
Witch hazel feels best in permeable, acid to neutral soil.Prefers sunny to semi-shaded places.
Witch hazel reproduction
Witchcraft is difficult to reproduce. It is possible, among others from horizontal dumps.Layers take a long time to root and take root mainly in fertile, well-aired and constantly moderately moist soil.Therefore, experts advise to buy new plants.
Witch hazel - care
Witch Hazel does not require a shaping cut to maintain its typical silhouette.It can, however, be slightly corrected.Wolf shoots should be cut at the ground to maintain species purity.Newly planted plants in autumn should be protected from frost in the first year, and then they become resistant to low temperatures.
Witch Hazel - application
Witch hazel looks most beautiful as a solitary specimen. However, it can also be grown in groups. The flowers look good against a dark background.
Tip
In the first three years after planting, witch hazel shows a slight increase.Only later the shoots bounce faster.
