Witch hazel typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.
witch hazel
Hamamelis intermedia 'Moonlight'
Witch hazel (Hamamelis intermedia 'Moonlight') may be small, but it packs a big punch in the garden. Its unique mounded shape, bright lemon-yellow flowers, and fragrant scent make this shrub an eye-catching addition to any landscape. In autumn, its leaves turn a golden yellow-orange and its fruit is an attractive capsule which splits open to reveal previously hidden black seeds. The 'Moonlight' variety of witch hazel is particularly special for its late flowering habit - from mid-winter to late-spring - which can light up a winter’s garden with its rare, early blooms.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Yellow petals Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Witch hazel (Hamamelis intermedia 'Moonlight') grows best when watered evenly and infrequently. To keep your witch hazel healthy, water it deeply once every 2 weeks during the growing season. When watering, make sure the plant is well-watered but not saturated, and allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings. To keep the plant from drying out too quickly, topdress with a layer of organic mulch. In the winter months, reduce frequency to once a month, allowing the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid over-watering.
sunlight
Witch hazel (Hamamelis intermedia 'Moonlight') prefers bright indirect sunlight for optimal growth and leaf color. This plant should receive at least 4 to 6 hours of morning or late afternoon sun each day. Avoid direct afternoon sun, as it can cause the leaves to yellow or scorch. In winter, the amount of sunlight should be reduced to 3-4 hours. During low light winter days, grow lights can help supplement the light the plant needs.
pruning
Witch hazel (Hamamelis intermedia 'Moonlight') should be pruned in late winter to early spring before new growth emerges. Pruning should be minimal, as it is a slow-growing plant. Only dead and diseased branches need to be pruned, and all other pruning should be done so as to thin out the branches and keep the plant at a desired shape. It can also be pruned to promote flower production, so light pruning of a few branches can be done in late summer for this purpose.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
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Dec
Jan
Feb
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Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Witch hazel typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and April.
