Description: Vernal Witch Hazel {Hamamelis vernalis} Fragrant Herbal | Heirloom NON GMO | Flowering Shrub | 15 SEEDS USA POST The result of a cross between the purple flowering H. vernalis 'Amethyst' and decidedly early blooming H. vernalis 'Holden'. The result is a pale orange blooming witch hazel that begins its floral display in November rather than the mid to late winter bloom period long associated with this species. Mature Size : 10-12' x 8-10' Hardiness Zone : 5,8Vernal witch-hazel has yellow and orange-red flowers with a spicy fragrance that appear In late winter or very early spring, before the leaves unfurl, lasting three to four weeks. The new foliage is an attractive bronzy-red color that matures to dark green. It turns a rich buttery yellow to golden yellow in fall. The dried leaves often persist into winter. The fruit capsules mature in September or October, then split open to expel black seeds that are attractive to birds. The plants can sucker to form colonies. This is a great specimen plant for a naturalized landscape. GerminationScarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours.Stratification: warm stratify for 120 days, cold stratify for 90 days.Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed.Other: Sporadic germination may occur over a 2-3 year period.
Price: 7.8 USD
Location: New York
End Time: 2024-11-20T03:04:25.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: My Seeds
Type: Bush & Shrub Seeds
Genus: Hamamelis vernalis
Common Name: Vernal Witch Hazel
Features: Flowering
