Common Witchhazel
- Botanical Name
- Hamamelis virginiana
- Hardiness
- Zones 3b to 8
- Height
- 20 to 30 feet
- Width
- 20 to 25 feet
- Flowers
- October to November: yellow, strap-like, fragrant
- Fall Color
- Yellow
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Soil
- Gravelly or moist soils
- Planting & Care
- Somewhat tolerant of urban conditions
- Best flowering in full sun
- Problems
- None serious, rabbits
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