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Hamamelis Virginiana. |
Being the home to one of the three National Plant Collections of hamamelis, or witch hazels, is one of Newington's more unusual and lesser known attractions.
The Witch Hazel Nursery in the village's Callaways Lane has more than 500 plants. Flowering in winter in shades ranging from pale yellow to deep red, their spicy scent is described as 'heavenly'.
Newington History Group provides an opportunity to learn much more about the plants and the national collection at its monthly meeting on Thursday, November 12, when the nursery's Chris Lane will be attending.
The group meets at the Methodist Hall in Church Lane at 7.30pm and is open to all. Admission is £3 for guests.
The nursery's collection can be viewed on designated open days. For more information visit www.witchhazelnursery.com
The other national collections are in Romsey, Hampshire, and Albrighton in the West Midlands.
For more information about NHG and for membership details contact 01795 842711 or thelma@newingtonhistoryco.uk
Richard Thompstone
Newington History Group
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