Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea' (Vernal Witch hazel)

Hamamelis vernalis 'Purpurea', commonly known as Vernal Witch hazel, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the witch-hazel family. It is native to North America and is known for its showy winter flowers that bloom from late winter to early spring. The flowers are a purple-red color and have a spicy fragrance. The leaves are green during spring and summer and turn vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall.