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Witch-hazel Seeds (Hamamelis virginiana)

Hamamelis virginiana

Common Witch-hazel is a native deciduous shrub or small tree valued for fragrant yellow flowers that open in fall as the leaves drop. It is well suited to woodland edges, native gardens, streamside plantings, and informal hedges. Flowers support late-season moths and other insects, while seeds are eaten by birds and small mammals.

Small-batch seed lots are gathered, cleaned, processed, and packed by Josh at Base Camp North with help from a few friends in Pennsylvania.

$5.99

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Seed packets can ship by $2 Economy Seed Mail without tracking when they fit in one envelope. Tracked USPS options are available at checkout, and up to 12 seed packets usually fit in one envelope.

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Growing information

Hardiness

3–9

Sun

Full sun to partial shade

Soil

Moist, acidic, humus-rich, well-drained soil

Bloom or harvest season

Fall to early winter

Mature height

15–30 ft

Spacing

15–20 ft

Native range

Native to eastern North America

Wildlife value

Seeds are eaten by wild turkey, birds, and small mammals

Pollinator value

Late flowers are pollinated by moths and other insects

Host plant information

Host plant for witch-hazel dagger moth

Growing notes

Best flowering generally occurs with more sun, while consistent moisture and an organic woodland-style soil support establishment.

Planting or germination instructions

Witch-hazel seed has complex dormancy and may require staged warm and cold, moist stratification or natural outdoor weathering. Germination can take an extended period and may occur over more than one season. Keep the seed medium moist but not waterlogged. Germination percentage and timing are not guaranteed.

Shipping notes

Seasonal seed item. Shipped dry for propagation.

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