How to Grow and Care for Winter-hazel

Winter-hazel is a relatively easy plant to care for. It thrives in well-drained soils and benefits from partial to full sunlight. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods, but be cautious of overwatering. Pruning helps maintain its shape and encourages healthy growth. Additionally, winter-hazel is quite resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance choice for gardeners.

Watering schedule: Every 2 weeks

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Planting and Growing Winter-hazel

Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 2 weeks

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Types of Winter-hazel

Isu tree

Native to the Far East, the isu tree (Distylium racemosum) is a slow-growing, hardy, evergreen tree. The flowers have no petals, but the clusters of red stamens make an attractive show in spring. Its dark, fine-grained wood is suitable for carving and is used for musical instruments. The ash can be used in glazing porcelain.

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Winter-hazel boasts a dense evergreen foliage, presenting a lustrous appearance with its leathery leaves. The leaves are typically elliptical to lance-shaped, ranging from 1 to 3 inches (2.5 to 7.6 cm) in length. One can observe its quietly attractive, small reddish flowers, which are often bypassed by casual observers, but provide a subtle charm. The plant's overall compact, mounding form can vary greatly in size, adaptable to even tight garden spaces. Its low maintenance nature includes a clean presence without messy fruit drop.

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