Hamamelis x intermedia 'Orange Beauty'

This is unusual and relatively new introduction to the United Kingdom has masses numbers of strong orange-yellow flowers in early spring. This is very similar in appearance to Hamamelis x intermedia 'Jelena' and has very good autumn colour.

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil. Hamamelis x intermedia 'Orange Beauty' dislikes shallow, chalk soil and will not grow well in wet or waterlogged conditions.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. As a young plant, Hamamelis x intermedia 'Orange Beauty' may require protection from severe, late spring frosts once the young leaves have emerged in spring.
• Flowering Period: January - March.
• Flower Colour: Orange-yellow
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Large branching shrub with a goblet-shaped habit once established.
  • Height: 3.5 m (12 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.