Hamamelis intermedia Rubin
Hamamelis intermedia Rubin
Hamamelis intermedia Rubin
Hamamelis intermedia Rubin
Hamamelis intermedia Rubin
Hamamelis intermedia Rubin
Hamamelis x intermedia Rubin
Witch Hazel
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Description
Hamamelis x intermedia Rubin, also known as the Witch Hazel, gets its name from its foliage resembling that of the hazel tree. This tall bush or small tree, with an upright and rounded habit, is appreciated for its original, slightly fragrant flowers of dark red or ruby on purple-red calyxes. It is also appreciated for its ovate, veined leaves that turn into a mix of yellow, orange, and green before falling in autumn. This variety, considered one of the best red-flowering ones, has been given the Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society in England. Witch Hazels are a beautiful starting point to finally create a winter scene in the garden, to be admired from a window or up close to observe and smell their amazing, brightly coloured flowers blooming on bare branches.
Hamamelis x intermedia Rubin is part of a group of cultivars resulting from the cross-breeding between Hamamelis japonica and H. mollis, originating respectively from Japan and China. All these plants belong to the witch hazel family, which also includes Loropetalum, Liquidambar, and Persian Ironwood. Rubin slowly forms a large, vigorous bush with a spreading habit and ascending branches, reaching 3.20 m (10 ft 6 in) in all directions when fully matured. Its deciduous foliage is composed of ovate leaves, initially yellowish-green with bronze reflections in spring, becoming dark green in summer, and then turning yellow and coppery orange with green patches in autumn, filling the garden with warm hues. Its fragrant flowers are just as delightful as its colourful foliage. They bloom abundantly on bare branches during January and February, composed of numerous elongated and curiously crinkled petals, almost claw-like like witch's fingers.
Hamamelis intermedia Rubin thrives in humus-rich, limestone-poor, moist, and light soils. It will be perfectly suited to a bright partial shade or winter sun exposure. Plant it in isolation or create a scene around it with Heucheras, Daphnes, and Sarcococca, Hellebores, and Winter Heather. It will also be magnificent in a mass planting, associated with evergreen shrubs such as an autumn camellia or an impressive Winter Sweet with yellow flowers.
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Botanical data
Hamamelis
x intermedia
Rubin
Hamamelidaceae
Witch Hazel
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
To fully enjoy the beauty of your Hamamelis intermedia Rubin, plant it near the house so that it stands out against a dark background of evergreen foliage. A sunny position in winter and a partially shaded position protected by a wall or deciduous trees for the rest of the year is preferred over scorching sun. Being sensitive to limestone, it should be grown in ericaceous soil, or at least in non-limestone soil enriched with leaf compost. Tip: Hamamelis plants dislike limestone soils, which they indicate by the yellowing of their leaves in summer, followed by reduced flowering. To facilitate their establishment, incorporate ericaceous soil during planting. The soil should remain moist, even in summer. Mulching around the base of the plant will help maintain moisture. A sufficiently deep and humus-rich soil, even on limestone subsoil, should encourage the growth of the hamamelis.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.