Hamamelis 'Brevipetala' (Witch Hazel)
Witch Hazel 'Brevipetala', Chinese Witch Hazel ' Brevipetala'
Hamamelis 'Brevipetala' (Witch Hazel) is a charming hybrid cross between Hamamelis mollis and Hamamelis vernalis. Hardy, this fine winter-flowering shrub enjoys a medium to large vase-shape with dense clusters of fragrant, frost-proof, rich ochre-yellow flowers in mid- to late winter. Each flower consists of narrow, crinkled, strap-shaped petals with red-purple calyces. The oval dark green leaves turn shades of yellow and orange in fall.
- This deciduous shrub enjoys a spreading habit and grows up to 9-12 ft. tall and wide (270-360 cm)
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is best grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers organically rich, moist, acidic soils. Some tolerance for clay soils. Best flowering in full sun.
- Generally pest free. Coral spot may be a problem
- Mass in mixed shrub borders for dramatic winter blooms. Great flowering shrub for woodland gardens or as screen and hedge. Perfect as specimen plant.
- Deer resistant, low maintenance
- Promptly remove any suckers to prevent spread.
- Prune in spring after flowering to control shape and size.
- Propagate by grafting
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 5
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 9 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Hamamelis - Witch Hazels |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) Winter |
| Height | 9' – 12' (270cm – 3.6m) |
| Spread | 9' – 12' (270cm – 3.6m) |
| Spacing | 108" – 144" (270cm – 360cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5
– 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 9 |
| Climate Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 15, 16, 17 |
| Plant Type | Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Hamamelis - Witch Hazels |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early) Winter |
| Height | 9' – 12' (270cm – 3.6m) |
| Spread | 9' – 12' (270cm – 3.6m) |
| Spacing | 108" – 144" (270cm – 360cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Deer |
| Garden Uses | Hedges and Screens |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow, Traditional Garden |
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