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Diane Witch Hazel

Fragrant Winter Blooms
Outstanding Fall Color
Four Season Interest

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Diane Witch Hazel

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Diane Witch Hazel

Diane Witch Hazel is a striking deciduous shrub valued for its fragrant coppery-red flowers, elegant vase-shaped habit, and exceptional winter interest. Blooming during the coldest months of the year, it provides vibrant color, texture, and fragrance when the garden needs it most.

Why choose Diane Witch Hazel?

Diane Witch Hazel brings rare winter beauty to the landscape with clusters of ribbon-like red flowers that appear on bare branches before spring arrives. Its richly colored blooms stand out dramatically against winter scenery while offering a delightful fragrance near walkways and entrances. Attractive green foliage fills the shrub through summer before transforming into warm shades of yellow, orange, and red in fall. With multi-season interest, distinctive flowers, and graceful structure, this cultivar serves as an exceptional focal point in gardens of nearly any style.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Hamamelis × intermedia ‘Diane’
Common Name: Diane Witch Hazel
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, vase-shaped, multi-stemmed

Diane Witch Hazel Additional Information

Diane Witch Hazel is best known for its spectacular display of narrow, spidery flowers that emerge on leafless branches during late winter to early spring. The blooms range from deep copper-red to burgundy-red and release a pleasant fragrance that can be appreciated during milder winter days. Flowering often begins before many other landscape plants show signs of life, making it one of the earliest ornamental shrubs to announce the coming spring.

Following bloom, rich green foliage develops and provides an attractive backdrop through the growing season. In autumn, leaves frequently transition to shades of golden yellow, orange, and red, extending its ornamental value well beyond flowering. As a deciduous shrub, Diane Witch Hazel sheds its leaves for winter, allowing its attractive branching structure and colorful blooms to take center stage. This shrub works beautifully as a specimen planting, mixed border feature, woodland garden accent, or near patios and entryways where its fragrance and winter display can be fully enjoyed.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant in well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and allow room for the shrub’s mature, spreading shape.

2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to encourage strong root establishment. Established plants benefit from supplemental moisture during prolonged dry periods.

3. Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch around the root zone to help retain soil moisture, moderate soil temperatures, and improve soil quality over time.

4. Pruning: Prune only as needed after flowering to remove damaged branches or maintain shape. Minimal pruning helps preserve the shrub’s natural form and flowering potential.

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FAQs

How large does Diane Witch Hazel grow?
Mature plants typically reach 8 to 12 feet tall with a similar spread, developing a graceful vase-shaped habit over time.
When does Diane Witch Hazel bloom?
This variety usually flowers in late winter to early spring, often before foliage emerges and when few other shrubs are in bloom.
Does Diane Witch Hazel prefer full sun?
It performs well in full sun to partial shade, with strong flowering and fall color often developing in brighter locations.

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Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you’ll receive an email with a tracking number.

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Thrives
Full Sun
Seasonal

Mature Height	Small: Up to 15 ft
Mature Spread	10-20 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate, Slow
Botanical Name	Hamamelis × intermedia 'Diane'
Bloom Time	Early Spring
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Hamamelidaceae
Flower Color	Red
Hardiness Zones	5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Light Needs	Full Sun, Partial Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#2 Container

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Growing Zones 5-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -20)

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