Hamamelis Aphrodite, commonly known as Witch Hazel, is a captivating deciduous shrub renowned for its striking winter blooms and colourful foliage. This variety features clusters of yellow, spider like blooms that appear in Autumn and Winter where this plant is sure to be a showstopper in any landscape. The blossoms are not only visually stunning but also emit a pleasant fragrance. Hamamelis ‘Aphrodite’ typically grows to a height of 4 metres with a similar spread, making it an excellent choice for garden borders, woodland gardens, or as a focal point in mixed plantings.
Hamamelis Aphrodite care
Plant in a sunny, partially shaded location of the garden with moist, well drained soils. Hardy to UK winters and known to be very low maintenance requiring minimal pruning and generally pest free. In spring simply prune any dead or damaged branches or any which begin to misshape the natural frame of the plant. Once pruned, apply a generous amount of good quality garden compost to the base of the plant.
