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  • Hardiness Zones

    5-8

  • Mature Height

    8 - 12 feet

  • Flowering Date

    Late Winter to Early Spring

  • Sun Exposure

    Full Sun, Partial Shade

  • Ship As

    2-4 FT

Jelena Witch Hazel

A fragrant, early-blooming shrub that brings warmth, color and life to winter

  • Coppery-orange, fragrant flowers bloom in late winter
  • Early nectar source supporting pollinators
  • Award-winning variety with elegant vase-shaped form
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Jelena is celebrated for lighting up the landscape when little else is awake. Awarded the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, this exceptional shrub opens clusters of coppery-orange flowers in late winter to very early spring. Each bloom features spidery, ribbon-like petals that glow against bare branches, filling the air with a gentle, sweet fragrance. With its elegant form and reliable performance, Jelena contributes beauty, structure and seasonal interest when gardens need it most.

Early Color Disrupts the Gray of Winter: Jelena blooms at a time when color is rare and deeply appreciated. Its fiery orange flowers emerge before leaves appear, creating a striking contrast against winter skies. This early display brings warmth and optimism to the garden, signaling the approach of spring weeks ahead of most flowering shrubs.

Fragrance and Nectar for a Living Landscape: The softly scented blooms do more than please the senses; they also provide one of the earliest nectar sources for pollinators. As bees begin to stir, Jelena offers vital nourishment, helping support a healthier garden ecosystem while you enjoy its perfume drifting through cool air.

Graceful Form with Year-Round Value: Jelena grows into a handsome, vase-shaped shrub that adds structure and elegance throughout the year. Clean branching, attractive foliage in summer and excellent fall color extend its appeal well beyond flowering season. It’s an ideal choice for borders, woodland edges or as a standout specimen near walkways and windows.

  • Hardiness Zones

    5-8

  • Mature Height

    8 - 12 feet

  • Flowering Date

    Late Winter to Early Spring

  • Sun Exposure

    Full Sun, Partial Shade

  • Ship As

    2-4 FT

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