Where Can I Get Hamamelis X Intermedia Jelena Seeds Or…
Carmen Asked
Where can I get Hamamelis x intermedia Jelena seeds or a plant?
The Gardener’s Answer
Hello, Carmen in Kentucky: Witch hazels are a great plant to add to the landscape. They provide blooms in the winter when most things are dormant and not even thinking about blooming yet. Hamamelis x intermedia ‘Jelena’ has stunning coppery-orange blooms and, like all witch hazels, the foliage will provide a great fall show in the garden. These large, vase-shaped, deciduous shrubs get to a mature height of 10-15 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide. Be sure to choose a sunny location for planting and ample space so it can grow to its mature size without impeding on other plantings. As far as purchasing this cultivar I know that The Plant Kingdom on Westport Road has carried it in the past. If it is not currently in stock ask to be put on the wish list so they can call you when they get more in. Their phone number is (502) 893-7333. Another garden center in Louisville that may carry this cultivar is Wallitsch on Hikes Lane. They can be reached at (502) 454-3553. This is not a plant that will come true from seed so purchasing an actual specimen is the way to go. They are medium growers, so depending on how long you are willing to wait for it to mature you might consider purchasing a larger plant to start off with.
