Hamamelis virginana

Common Name

Whitchhazel (yellow)

Scientific Name

Hamamelis virginana

Hardiness Zone

3a [-35 to -40]

Tolerances

Drought

Moderate

Moderate

Poor Drainage

Tolerant

Tolerant

Alkaline Soil

Moderate

Moderate

Salt

Moderate

Moderate

Shade

Tolerant

Tolerant

Air Pollution

Moderate

Moderate

Soil Volume

10

Planting Area

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large

Features of Interest

  • Flower

    Flower

  • Fall Foliage

    Fall Foliage

  • Native to Vermont

    Native to Vermont

  • Under Power Lines

    Under Power Lines

Form

round

Round

Mature Height

25 feet

Crown Spread

20 feet

Additional Information

Perfers a moist soil. Moderate tolerance. Attractive yellow fall color. Flowers in the fall.