Jelena Witch Hazel Fast Growing Cloud 9 works beautifully as

Cloud 9 works beautifully as a specimen tree where its spring display can be properly appreciated

and male cultivars produce no fruit for birds or mammals to consume

Star magnolias will grow moderately fast

In case you find yourself in garden trivia: the common name "beardtongue" comes from the fuzzy staminode (sterile stamen) that sticks out from the flower throat like a little tongue

Jelena Witch Hazel Fast Growing Cloud 9 works beautifully asJelena also known as 'Copper Beauty' is such an interesting witch hazel. From a distance the 1" tassel like blooms appear an orange copper, but up close it's more of a peach berry smoothie. Witch hazel is a unique plant in that it will bring blooms when your garden is dormant and the blooms of Jelena emerge in February. For us, these blooms herald the last days of winter. Each one carries a slightly sweet scent that will take your imagination toward