Hamamelis x intermedia 'Rubin'

Rare selection of witch hazel with masses of vivid, ruby red flowers in late winter or early spring. These flowers are slightly scented and look fantastic after a hard frost or fall of snow, as they stand out exceptionally well against the white background. The leaves turn shades of yellow sometimes flushed with orange in autumn before falling.

Hamamelis x  intermedia 'Rubin' is a vase-shaped, deciduous shrub or very small tree with 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 'Rubin' dislikes shallow, chalk soil and will not grow well in wet or waterlogged conditions.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. As a young plant, Hamamelis x intermedia 'Rubin' may require protection from severe, late spring frosts once the young leaves have emerged in spring.
• Flowering Period: January - March.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Large branching shrub or very small tree with a vase-shaped habit.
  • Height: 4 m (13 ft).
  • Spread: 3 m (10 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.