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Audubon Native Vernal Witchhazel and native birds
Native Vernal Witchhazel yellow fall color
Native Regions map for Vernal Witchhazel
American Goldfinch
Gray Catbird
Baltimore Oriole
Eastern Bluebird
Audubon Native Vernal Witchhazel and native birds
Native Vernal Witchhazel yellow fall color
Native Regions map for Vernal Witchhazel
American Goldfinch
Gray Catbird
Baltimore Oriole
Eastern Bluebird

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  • May Benefit & Attract: cardinals & grosbeaks, wrens, sparrows, thrushes, orioles, finches, mockingbirds & thrashers, vireos
  • The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.
  • This bird-friendly native trees provides food and shelter for local and migrating birds and other wildlife
  • All Audubon® branded trees are grown 100% Neonic-free by Bower & Branch, making these plants safer for the birds and safer for the environment.
  • Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
  • Ships in a plant-safe designed box

 

Growth Facts

  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Mature Height: 6-10' tall
  • Mature Width: 8-15' wide
  • Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
  • Spacing: 8-15' apart

Audubon® Native Vernal Witchhazel

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Audubon® Plants for Birds: Hamamelis vernalis

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FEATURES:

  • May Benefit & Attract: cardinals & grosbeaks, wrens, sparrows, thrushes, orioles, finches, mockingbirds & thrashers, vireos
  • The National Audubon Society protects birds and the places they need, today and tomorrow.
  • This bird-friendly native trees provides food and shelter for local and migrating birds and other wildlife
  • All Audubon® branded trees are grown 100% Neonic-free by Bower & Branch, making these plants safer for the birds and safer for the environment.
  • Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
  • Ships in a plant-safe designed box

 

Growth Facts

  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Mature Height: 6-10' tall
  • Mature Width: 8-15' wide
  • Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
  • Spacing: 8-15' apart

Why plant Audubon® Native Vernal Witchhazel?

Sprinter! That rousing, exhilarating season between winter and spring, when the ground begins to thaw and we dream of warmer days just around the corner. Vernal Witch Hazel kicks things off with its funny little yellow, peach, or brick-red flowers—the first blooms of the year on any native plant in most of the eastern U.S. On mild days the flowers give off a gentle, spicy-sweet scent. Vernal Witch Hazel is a must-have for the pollinator garden, as it will offer something to the earliest-emerging insects looking for fuel. Its foliage also feeds many species of caterpillars, so it’s great for insectivorous songbirds, too.

Vernal Witch Hazel is not a true Hazel, although the leaves and stems are similar to that plant. It has nothing to do with witchcraft, either, though that point may be debatable! The branches are used by those who practice “water witching,” whereby a forked branch held in the hands supposedly moves of its own accord to indicate the presence of an underground water source. There are several species of Witch Hazels native to various points around the globe, but Vernal Witch Hazel has a quite limited range. In the wild, it is primarily found on the Ozark Plateau of Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

How to use Audubon® Native Vernal Witchhazel in the landscape?

In rural areas, ruffed grouse and turkeys may feed on the seeds of Vernal Witch Hazel, but they may have to do some searching for them. Once the seeds are ripe (which takes a whole year), they’re fired like a bullet from their pods! They may land 10, 20, or even 30 feet from the parent plant.

Audubon® Native Plants & Trees

Audubon is devoted to protecting birds and the places they need, while Bower & Branch is devoted to the growth of true native trees and plants–no cultivars or hybrids. Together, we strive to unite communities in conservation and inspire individuals to cultivate a better world for birds starting in their own backyards, balconies, or patios. By guiding and recommending trees and plants truly native and beneficial to your region, we can really start to make a difference.

What is the definition of Native?

“In the United States, a native plant is defined as one that was naturally found in a particular area before European colonization. Native plants are the foundation of a region’s biodiversity, providing essential food sources and shelter for birds, especially those threatened by the changing climate. Since native plants are adapted to local precipitation and soil conditions, they generally require less upkeep, therefore helping the environment and saving you time, water, and money.” – The National Audubon Society

Learn how you can help birds in your home and community through Audubon’s Plants for Birds program.

Audubon® is a licensed and registered trademark of the National Audubon Society. All rights reserved.

Planting Zones

Hardiness Zone: 4-8

How To Plant Audubon® Native Vernal Witchhazel

Native to moist, open woods and shady streamsides, Vernal Witch Hazel likewise prefers a somewhat sheltered place in the garden in rich, deep soil that drains well but does not dry out. Full sun is acceptable, but not ideal, at least in hot climates—give it a bit of shade during the hottest part of the day. Vernal Witch Hazel is otherwise undemanding, hardy (to at least -30ºF), and easy to please. In time, it develops a dense growth habit. You can thin the branches for a cleaner look, but birds will appreciate the cover afforded by a more thickety specimen.

How To Fertilize

Incorporate Elements Starter Plant food granular form into the soil when planting. If planting in spring or summer, start fertilizing late fall using Elements Starter Plant food granular form on an annual basis each late fall. Continue this for the first three years to get your plant well established.

How Does Shipping Work?

Size AA & AAA (our Treelings, Shrubs, Bushes, and Perennials) will be shipped directly to your home by a common carrier. Ships in a plant-safe designed box within 5-7 business days.

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