shrub
Witch Hazel
Hamamelis x intermedia Arnold Promise
This deciduous shrub offers fragrant, spidery yellow flowers in late winter, providing early season interest. It has an upright, vase-shaped habit.
USDA Zones
5–8
Height
tall (12–20 ft)
Bloom Season
January – March
Bloom Color
Yellow
🦌 Deer ResistantDeer tend to avoid this plant🐕 Dog-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to dogs by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐈 Cat-Friendly†Not listed as toxic to cats by common horticultural references. See disclaimer below.🐾 Groundhog ResistantGroundhogs tend to avoid this plant🐝 Attracts PollinatorsAttracts bees and other pollinators
† "Dog-Friendly" / "Cat-Friendly" means this plant is not listed as toxic by common horticultural references. It is not a guarantee of safety for all animals in all circumstances. If your pet ingests any plant, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: (888) 426-4435.
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun to Part Shade
Adaptable to 4–8+ hours of sunlight
Soil Type
Well-drained, acidic
Care Requirements
Water Needsmedium
Maintenancelow
EvergreenNo
Complete Care Guide
Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Minimal pruning is needed, mainly to remove suckers or dead branches.