Hamamelis x intermedia 'Early Bird' Golden Witch Hazel Species_Stewartia Its soft green needles emerge

Its soft green needles emerge in spring

making it a perfect choice for adding columnar elegance to any garden space

Acer palmatum 'Tiny Stars'

which transition to warm yellow-orange tones in fall

Hamamelis x intermedia 'Early Bird' Golden Witch Hazel Species_Stewartia Its soft green needles emergeHamamelis x intermedia 'Early Bird' Golden Flowering Witch Hazel Zones 5 8 Hamamelis intermedia 'Early Bird' is a deciduous witch hazel prized for its very early yellow blooms, often appearing in late fall to early winter before most other varieties. The fragrant, ribbon like flowers add vibrant color to the winter landscape, while its green foliage turns shades of golden yellow to orange in autumn. With a broad, vase shaped habit, it grows to about