Hamamelis virginiana ‘Harvest Moon’
Witch Hazel - Common - Harvest Moon
NATIVAR – A large growing Witch Hazel that is very floriferous of fragrant large lemon yellow flowers in the fall after leaves have fallen. Compared to the species, this is a showier flower display occurring up to two weeks later. The foliage emerges burgundy in the spring and matures dark green by summer and typical yellow-brown in the fall. Upright, vase growth habit to 15-18′ high by 10-12′ wide.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 3 |
Origin
Parentage unknown. Introduced by Richard Jaynes in 2003 of Broken Arrow Nursery in Connecticut.
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun.
Soil: Tolerant of various soils but prefers a well draining one, slightly acidic.
Maintenance: Selective trimming in spring right after the flowers have finished. Do not trim in fall, as flower buds have already been set.





