American Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is in full boom now. Some people may have it in their yards and gardens. To my knowledge, it is not native this far north. It can, however, be found in the Niagara Peninsula in the south west of Ontario and along Lake Ontario.

Bill Snowden, Ennismore

American Witch Hazel - leaves and flowers - Wikimedia

American Witch Hazel – leaves and flowers – Wikimedia

American Witch Hazel - close-up of flowers - Wikimedia

American Witch Hazel – close-up of flowers – Wikimedia

Categories: Sightings

Drew Monkman

I am a retired teacher, naturalist and writer with a love for all aspects of the natural world, especially as they relate to seasonal change.