Overview
Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' is a bushy deciduous shrub in the genus Hamamelis, part of the Hamamelidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ornamental, hedging and borders.
About
Hamamelis × intermedia, the hybrid witch hazel, is a flowering plant in the family Hamamelidaceae. It is a hybrid of garden origin between H.
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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).
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Hamamelis
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- loamy, sandy, clay
- Soil pH
- acidic, neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist, well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered, exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- ornamental, hedging, borders
- Fragrance
- fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow'
- Cultivation
- Prefers moist, well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types; best in full sun to partial shade.
- Pruning
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
- Propagation
- Propagation by softwood cuttings or grafting.
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Coral spot, Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow'?
Prefers moist, well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soil types; best in full sun to partial shade.
Where is the best place to plant Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow'?
Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered and exposed positions.
What soil does Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' need?
Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including loamy, sandy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist to well-drained.
How do I prune Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow'?
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood.
Is Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' hardy in the UK?
Hamamelis intermedia 'Ruby Glow' 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 intermedia 'Ruby Glow'?
Propagation by softwood cuttings or grafting.
