Hamamelis vernalis 'Christmas Cheer' | Christmas Cheer Ozark Witch Hazel
DESCRIPTION
Hamamelis vernalis 'Christmas Cheer' is a deciduous shrub that blooms from late fall into early winter, typically around Christmas time. It produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers with reddish petals and a yellow center, adding a touch of color and fragrance to the winter landscape. In autumn, its deep green leaves turn bright yellow, providing additional seasonal interest.
This cultivar is a selection of the Ozark witch-hazel (Hamamelis vernalis), native to the Ozark Plateau in central North America. 'Christmas Cheer' is noted for its earlier bloom and intense fragrance, making it a popular choice for adding winter interest to gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Hamamelis vernalis 'Christmas Cheer' is a deciduous shrub that blooms from late fall into early winter, typically around Christmas time. It produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers with reddish petals and a yellow center, adding a touch of color and fragrance to the winter landscape. In autumn, its deep green leaves turn bright yellow, providing additional seasonal interest.
This cultivar is a selection of the Ozark witch-hazel (Hamamelis vernalis), native to the Ozark Plateau in central North America. 'Christmas Cheer' is noted for its earlier bloom and intense fragrance, making it a popular choice for adding winter interest to gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Hamamelis vernalis 'Christmas Cheer' is a deciduous shrub that blooms from late fall into early winter, typically around Christmas time. It produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers with reddish petals and a yellow center, adding a touch of color and fragrance to the winter landscape. In autumn, its deep green leaves turn bright yellow, providing additional seasonal interest.
This cultivar is a selection of the Ozark witch-hazel (Hamamelis vernalis), native to the Ozark Plateau in central North America. 'Christmas Cheer' is noted for its earlier bloom and intense fragrance, making it a popular choice for adding winter interest to gardens.
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Family: Hamamelidaceae
Height: 6 to 10 feet
Width: 10 to 15 feet
Foliage color: Medium to dark green
Flower color: Orange-red with reddish-purple calyx
Bloom time: Late winter, often around Christmas
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts bees and butterfliesThis plant can be seen at the Washington Park Arboretum.
