Species witch hazel
cream to yellow flowers with narrow, needle-like, long petals

witch hazel

Hamamelis intermedia 'Nina'

This amazing species of Witch Hazel, Hamamelis intermedia 'Nina', is sure to make a statement in any garden. It starts with its beautiful vibrant yellow fall blooms that will light up the garden with its vibrant show of colours. In the spring fresh green foliage graces the shrub, providing shade to other plants nearby. Its adaptability to a variety of soils, from dry to moist, makes it a low-maintenance garden specimen and allows it to be grown in a variety of places. Furthermore, the winter and summer interest it provides make it a great four-season garden performer. This reliable shrub is a great addition to any landscape!

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

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis intermedia ‘Nina’) should be kept moderately moist throughout the growing season, however careful not to overwater. Water deeply once or twice per week as needed depending on soil moisture, more during hot, dry periods. Allow the top inch or 2 of soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce frequency to once every 2 weeks in cooler months. Avoid getting the foliage wet when watering.

sunlight

Witch hazel (Hamamelis intermedia 'Nina') should receive full to partial sun for best performance. It prefers 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day during the growing season and partial shade during the hottest summer months. Although 'Nina' can tolerate more sunlight, it will thrive best in partial shade, especially in warmer climates. Water regularly but do not over-water; witch hazel prefers its soil to be relatively dry. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once or twice a year in the spring or early summer.

pruning

Witch Hazel (Hamamelis intermedia 'Nina') should be pruned in late winter or early spring with light pruning. Pruning should be done by removing the master stem that supports the entire bush as the inner branches will follow suit. This master stem should be cut at the lowest level in order to maintain a natural shape. To encourage bushiness, thin out any overcrowded branches and cut any long, straggly stems back to the main trunk. It is usually not necessary to prune witch hazel every year, but if you do, only remove half of the growth in order to maintain an even shape.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Witch hazel typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and March.

Starts Flowering

Witch hazel typically starts flowering in late winter or early spring, usually between February and March.

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