Hamamelis japonica Japanese Witch Hazel

The Japanese counterpart to our native Hamamelis virginiana differing primarily in its larger flowers and mid to late winter bloom period. Foliage and form are almost identical and most would find it difficult to separate the two from leaf samples. Plants are vigorous growers and develop a multi-stemmed form with grayish-brown stems. The spider-like flowers are heavily crimped and range in color from yellow to reddish-yellow.