Overview
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Hamamelis, part of the Hamamelidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.5-4 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide, reaching full size in around 10-20 years. Hamamelis 'Amethyst' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.
About
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' (witch hazel 'Amethyst') is a deciduous shrub belonging to the Hamamelidaceae family. It has a bushy habit and grows to a height and spread of 2.5 to 4 metres, reaching full size in 10 to 20 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with moist but well-drained or well-drained soil, including clay, loam, or sand, with an acid to neutral pH. It provides seasonal interest in spring, autumn, and winter, and is low maintenance.
About the genus
Witch-hazels or witch hazels (Hamamelis) are a genus of flowering plants in the family Hamamelidaceae, with three species in North America, and one each in Japan (H. japonica) and China (H. mollis).
Wikipedia contributors, "Witch-hazel", CC BY-SA 4.0 — Witch-hazel
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hamamelis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- 2.5-4 metres
- Time to full height
- 10-20 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hamamelis 'Amethyst'
- Propagation
- Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Coral spot, Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Hamamelis 'Amethyst'?
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Hamamelis 'Amethyst' need?
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Hamamelis 'Amethyst' grow?
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' reaches a height of 2.5-4 metres and a spread of 2.5-4 metres. It takes around 10-20 years to reach full size.
Is Hamamelis 'Amethyst' hardy in the UK?
Hamamelis 'Amethyst' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Hamamelis 'Amethyst'?
Grafting.
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