Hamamelis virginiana
Witch-hazel, Common Witchhazel
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
5 - 8m
Width:
5 - 7m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade Full Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
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Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment.
Management Notes
- May sucker from trunk base
- Pruning can make the form more tree-like