A winter spark of orange and gold that wakes the garden before spring even begins
FEATURES:
- Brilliant early blooms, vibrant orange flowers with golden tips arrive in late winter and brighten even the dullest days
- Exceptionally fragrant, a rich, spicy-sweet scent floats through the air when little else is blooming
- Native performance, A selection of Ozark-native witch hazel bred for vigor, color, and resilience
- Multi-Season Show Green, summer leaves turn buttery yellow in fall followed by colorful winter blooms
- Compact and Natural Form, ideal for layering into woodland gardens or foundation plantings
- Pollinator Approved, a rare source of nectar for early-emerging insects
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
For extra seasonal impact, layer Sandra with other winter interest plants like red-twig dogwood, evergreen holly, or hellebores. Group three Sandra Witch Hazels together for a massed effect that magnifies color and fragrance during late winter.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 6-10' tall
- Mature Width: 6-10' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Spacing: 6-8' apart
A winter spark of orange and gold that wakes the garden before spring even begins
FEATURES:
- Brilliant early blooms, vibrant orange flowers with golden tips arrive in late winter and brighten even the dullest days
- Exceptionally fragrant, a rich, spicy-sweet scent floats through the air when little else is blooming
- Native performance, A selection of Ozark-native witch hazel bred for vigor, color, and resilience
- Multi-Season Show Green, summer leaves turn buttery yellow in fall followed by colorful winter blooms
- Compact and Natural Form, ideal for layering into woodland gardens or foundation plantings
- Pollinator Approved, a rare source of nectar for early-emerging insects
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
For extra seasonal impact, layer Sandra with other winter interest plants like red-twig dogwood, evergreen holly, or hellebores. Group three Sandra Witch Hazels together for a massed effect that magnifies color and fragrance during late winter.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 6-10' tall
- Mature Width: 6-10' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
- Spacing: 6-8' apart
Why plant Sandra Ozark Witch Hazel?
How to use Sandra Ozark Witch Hazel in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
Sandra features vivid orange blooms with golden tips that appear in late winter. The petals are thin and ribbon-like, catching sunlight beautifully against bare branches.
Yes. Sandra is known for its strong and sweet fragrance, often described as spicy or clove-like. The scent carries well in cool air and attracts early pollinators.
Minimal pruning is needed. Shape only after flowering to maintain its natural form. Avoid hard pruning, which can impact the next year's flower buds.