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Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'
  • Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'
  • Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'
  • Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'

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Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'

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(Witch Hazel) Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise' is a stunning large vase-shaped shrub with spectacular bright yellow flowers in late winter once established.

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This splendid witch hazel was raised in the Arnold Arboretum, Boston, in the United States and is a little later flowering than the other cultivars listed here,with long lasting yellow flowers. The dark green leaves turn vivid shades of orange or yellow before falling in autumn.

Hamamelis x  intermedia 'Arnold Promise' is a vase-shaped, deciduous shrub or very small tree with lightly scented flowers that give excellent late winter interest. Attractive leaves and  good autumn colour in October.


  • Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
  • Soil: Well drained, fertile soil. Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise' dislikes shallow, chalk soil and will not grow well in wet or waterlogged conditions.
  • Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. As a young plant, Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise' may require protection from severe, late spring frosts once the young leaves have emerged in spring.
  • Flowering Period: January - March.
  • Flower Colour: Golden-yellow
  • Rate of Growth: Moderate.
  • Habit: Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise'  grows to be a large branching shrub.
    • Height: 3 m (10 ft).
    • Spread: 3.5 m (12 ft).
  • Notes: In soils which may become wet in winter, it is a good idea to mound-plant Hamamelis to improve the drainage around the root system.

Data sheet

How Much Sun
Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size
Shrub - Large, Shrub - Medium
Growing Conditions
Soil: Acid, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features
Autumn Colour, Flowers in Winter, Scented, Suitable for Containers