[Diana in Wisconsin]

Another of my faves for Winter Interest is the Corkscrew Willow. I had one at my other farm. It IS a messy tree - sheds small branches and lots of leaves, but those mostly blow away, as they're small. The bare branches in winter are just gorgeous, and bundles of cut branches sell for Big Money at Floral Shops and Farmer's Markets, so it's nice to have one for your own Fall and Winter arrangements & wreaths.

How to Grow and Care for Corkscrew Willow

https://www.thespruce.com/corkscrew-willow-plant-profile-4844346

[Pete from Shawnee Mission]

Witch Hazel- an underused Winter blooming shrub.

"Culture
Snip...Preferring well-amended soil and regular water Witch Hazels are tolerant of acid or alkaline conditions. Native forms are hardier, while most hybrid cultivars grow in USDA Zones 5-8. Once established, they are virtually maintenance-free and resistant to most pests and diseases. Witch hazel extract is commonly used for cosmetic and medicinal purposes. The supple branches are still used as divining rods to search for water sources. Wild turkeys and squirrels feed on the seeds and it is the larval host for several butterfly species. An astringent made from the leaves and bark is still sold worldwide for a variety of uses."