Hamamelis vernalis 'Lombards Weeping'

An unusual selected form, Hamamelis vernalis 'Lombard's Weeping' is a medium sized to large shrub with a spreading habit and weeping branches covered with dainty reddish-purple, lightly scented flowers in late winter.

A smaller witch hazel than the other cultivars listed here due to its pendulous branches. Ideally train the leading shoot up a supporting bamboo cane until it reaches the desired height before allowing it to weep.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil. Hamamelis vernalis 'Lombard's Weeping' dislikes shallow, chalk soil and will not grow well in wet or waterlogged conditions.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. As a young plant, Hamamelis vernalis 'Lombard's Weeping' may require protection from severe, late spring frosts once the young leaves have emerged in spring.
• Flowering Period: January - March.
• Flower Colour:Purple-red
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Hamamelis vernalis 'Lombard's Weeping'  grows to be medium sized weeping shrub.
  • Height: 2 m (6 ft).
  • Spread: 2.5 m (8 ft).

• Notes: In soils which may become wet in winter, it is a good idea to mound-plant Hamamelis to improve the drainage around the root system.