Witch Hazel (Hamamelis)
Origins
Native to North America, Europe, East Asia.
Type
Perennial (deciduous).
Hardiness (see References, below) - Zones 4 - 9.
Bloom
Fall, Winter.
Height
Approx. 50 ft (15 m).
Cultivation
Rich, moist soil. Sun or partial shade. Cut-back after blooming time.
Propagation
From seeds (germination takes years), or by division of suckers.
Other
Witch Hazel produces highly ornamental and fragrant blooms.
Its essence was, and still is used in remedies for bruises, sore muscles, inflammations, in form of eye drops, skin creams, and other products widely available in pharmacies .
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