Thanks Annette, that group of Hamamelis isn’t as scented as others, but I love their quirky and cheery flowers in the winter time.I think you are right, had it been really very cold here it would flower slightly later.
Beautiful photo. There’s a native to North America witch hazel which is widespread in its growth. The flowers of this tree are so gorgeous and bloom and a good time of year for floral-starved gardeners.
I understand your native Witch Hazel has a really wonderful scent, this one is more subtle but such a cheery colour. Any flowers in the winter here are a bonus!
There are many different types and sizes of Hamamelis and if you have the right soil conditions – they do not like a chalky soil, its worth it for the cheery flowers in the winter. 🙂
I have always loved Witch Hazel as it flowers at such an amazing time – even in Scotland but I have never tried to grow it in my garden over here as it likes acid soil. I think it would be cruel to plant one in this limy soil. Amelia
Well Hello! Witch Hazels (Hamamelis) – will tolerate any soil except Chalk but will cope with a sheltered or exposed spot. They are a lovely mindful winter bloomer!
Gardening Jules 
You have captured that perfectly! 🙂
I love those quirky little petals as they unroll like a child’s party blower. Nature gives us some wonderful things. 🙂
How beautiful, Julie, and how lucky you are to see them open so early. Pallida must have a lovely scent too, no? Very pretty picture 🙂
Thanks Annette, that group of Hamamelis isn’t as scented as others, but I love their quirky and cheery flowers in the winter time.I think you are right, had it been really very cold here it would flower slightly later.
Absolutely beautiful – and a fab photo.
Thanks Sarah, its nice to find something jolly, whatever the season.
Such a lovely photo – I love anything optimistic at this time of year, and this is just so cheering.
Me too, we have a really cold wind here today, anything yellow is lifting my spirits!
That is a cheery sight!
I thought that too Susie, hopeful and new. 🙂
Beautiful photo. There’s a native to North America witch hazel which is widespread in its growth. The flowers of this tree are so gorgeous and bloom and a good time of year for floral-starved gardeners.
I understand your native Witch Hazel has a really wonderful scent, this one is more subtle but such a cheery colour. Any flowers in the winter here are a bonus!
I wish I could grow these, I love the perfume.
It would be nice to grow more perfumed flowers and plants, especially if they are good enough to be brought indoors for a vase.
Pretty 🙂
Flowers in winter are always very welcome. 🙂
That’s sure 😉
A Witch Hazel adds such interest and color, just at a time in the garden when that is so desperately needed.
Absolutely Charlie, your weather is quite similar to ours here, so hope you have some winter flowers too.
Makes me feel good just looking at it!
I feel like that, winter flowers are so hopeful and resilient. 🙂
A great hint that the world is still alive. Lovely photo.
Nature is rather brilliant. 🙂
I’ve never been able to ‘get’ the scent of witch hazel, but with such gorgeous flowers in January who cares?
Glad its not just me, I know what you mean Jessica, the scent is so very subtle, but those flowers are so cheery and uplifting on a gloomy day.
Great photo! I have a young Hamamelis virginiana, I am hoping it blooms next year.
I’ve read your native Hamamelis virginiana has a longer flowering period, hope it does flower for you this Autumn Jason.
Aaw! I want one! It’s one winter scented shrub that I’ve been unable to grow up to now. Must try harder!
There are many different types and sizes of Hamamelis and if you have the right soil conditions – they do not like a chalky soil, its worth it for the cheery flowers in the winter. 🙂
I have always loved Witch Hazel as it flowers at such an amazing time – even in Scotland but I have never tried to grow it in my garden over here as it likes acid soil. I think it would be cruel to plant one in this limy soil. Amelia
Yes cruelty to plants isn’t on! Any flower that blooms in the winter I find amazing. Hope you have a lovely week Amelia.
Beautiful! They look like party ribbons. :o)
Hello, thats just what I thought, hope you had a restful break. 🙂
love the photo+ I have always been captivated by this plant, but never put one in my garden:-( May have to change that!
They are easy to grow in the right conditions, I hear you have a native Witch Hazel thats not as pretty but smells even better.
yes we do + I am still trying to find a spot to squeeze some more natives in-project this summer! Loved the photo:-)
Can you grow them in any soil?
Well Hello! Witch Hazels (Hamamelis) – will tolerate any soil except Chalk but will cope with a sheltered or exposed spot. They are a lovely mindful winter bloomer!