Hamamelis intermedia Westerstede

Yellow Hybrid Witchhazel

Hamamelis × intermedia ‘Westerstede’ is a deciduous shrub valued for its richly colored winter flowers and elegant form. Oval green leaves emerge in spring, form a full canopy through summer, and turn yellow to orange in fall, while clusters of narrow, ribbon-like flowers appear in late winter to early spring in shades of coppery-orange to reddish tones, often with a light fragrance. Its warm flower color and early bloom time bring interest to the winter landscape.

Type: Deciduous shrub

Mature Size:
Width: 10–15 ft
Height: 10–15 ft
(10-year size: approx. 6–10 ft tall × 5–8 ft wide)

USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Form: Upright to spreading, vase-shaped
Light: Full sun to partial shade (best flowering in sun)
Soil: Moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Wildlife: Provides early-season nectar for pollinators


Features & Landscape Uses


Coppery-orange winter flowers



Adds color to late winter landscapes



Good fall color



Excellent specimen or woodland shrub




Care
Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Performs best in full sun for best flowering but tolerates light shade. Prune after flowering if needed. Mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Generally low-maintenance and pest-resistant.

Plant type

Deciduous Shrub, Flowering Shrub

Height

10-15'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Winter

Flower color

Yellow

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Attracts

Hummingbirds

Soil

Acidic, Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Mass Planting, Specimen

Shape

Upright, Vase Shaped

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

5-8'

10-year width

6-10'