Hamamelis x intermedia 'Feuerzauber'

Also known as Hamamelis 'Firecracker', this is a medium sized or eventually large, deciduous shrub with an upright, vase-shaped habit and masses of lightly scented, coppery orange-red flowers in winter. The dark green summer leaves have vibrant orange and purple autumn tints before they fall in October.

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 'Feuerzauber' dislikes shallow, chalk soil and will not grow well in wet or waterlogged conditions.
• Hardiness: Hardy. As a young plant, Hamamelis x intermedia 'Feuerzauber' 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: Hamamelis x intermedia 'Feuerzauber' grows to be a medium sized or eventually large branching shrub with a vase-shaped habit.
  • Height: 3 - 3.5 m (10 - 12 ft).
  • Spread: 2.5 m (8 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.