witch hazel

Water witch hazel (Hamamelis 'Amethyst') once a week, providing 1-2 inches of water each time, or enough to keep the soil lightly moist but not soggy. Allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out before watering. During the hottest, driest months, water more frequently if needed. Feel the soil to make sure it is not dry. In winter, water less often, allowing the soil to nearly dry out before watering.

Witch hazel (Hamamelis 'Amethyst') is a shade-tolerant shrub and requires 3 to 4 hours of direct sunlight daily. It should be planted in a location that receives morning sun, as afternoon sunlight tends to be harsher and can burn the foliage. When it is grown in a warmer climate, such as the Southeast, it should be placed in a spot with more dappled, indirect sunlight or some amount of afternoon shade. Too much sunshine can cause the leaves of the plant to become sunburned.

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis 'Amethyst') is a moderate-growing deciduous shrub with purple flowers that blooms in fall. Pruning this shrub encourages the plant's growth and ensures healthy foliage. Witch Hazel will only require minimal pruning but still needs to be managed to maintain its desired shape and size. When to prune: Witch Hazel should be pruned in late winter or early spring, when branches are still dormant. During this time, the plant should be pruned back by no more than 1-third to achieve the desired shape. Pruning heavily in late summer or fall can damage the plant, as the new growth is more vulnerable to winter damage. How much to prune: When pruning, aim to maintain an overall rounded shape for the shrub. Make sure to remove any dead or broken branches as well. Avoid cutting branches that are longer than 1/3 of the total plant size; instead, focus on cutting the side branches, which will result in a bushier and healthier plant. Additionally, prune off any suckers or narrow-angled branches.