Witch Hazel – Hamamelis virginiana 480 Seeds | Late Fall Fragrant Blooms | Hardy Native Shrub American Witchhazel | Brilliant Yellow Fall Color | Woodland Favorite

Grow American Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) from seed with this 480-seed pack of a hardy, native shrub or small tree celebrated for its fragrant late-fall flowers and brilliant autumn foliage.

Blooming from October through December, this unique species produces bright yellow, ribbon-like flowers along bare branches—often after the leaves have dropped. It is one of the very last plants to flower each year, bringing color and fragrance to the dormant landscape. In fall, the broad green leaves turn a clear, showy yellow, adding another season of visual interest.

Witch Hazel typically grows 15–20 feet tall with a similar spread, forming an open, irregular crown of arching branches. It is ideal for woodland gardens, naturalized plantings, shrub borders, privacy screens, wildlife habitats, and bonsai cultivation. Cold hardy and urban tolerant, it has also been traditionally valued for herbal and medicinal uses.

You will receive seeds similar in quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 480 American Witch Hazel seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: American Witch Hazel
Botanical Name: Hamamelis virginiana
Plant Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade (best flowering in full sun)
Soil: Average, medium, well-drained soil; prefers moist, acidic, organically rich soil
Watering: Medium
Mature Height: 15–20 feet (up to 30 feet in ideal conditions)
Mature Spread: 15–20 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–8
Container Friendly: Yes (suitable for bonsai when young)

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds for 24 hours. Warm stratify for 60 days, followed by cold stratification for 90 days at 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium. Sow 1/4 inch deep and keep evenly moist for best germination results.