Common Witchhazel (Hammamnelis virginiana)

Witchhazels are often found in the understory of your local forest. This makes them perfect for naturalization in your borders and woodland edges. This lovely tree/shrub is the last to flower, sometimes as late as December, its yellow bloom contrasted against the snow.

The common witchhazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is happy in the sun or shade, enjoys our acidic soils and is relatively trouble (pest & disease) free. And yes, this is the plant that the medicinal witchhazel comes from, in case your hemorrhoids are bothering you!