Hamamelis intermedia 'Birgit' - 50-60 CM RB

Description
The Witch hazel 'Birgit' (Hamamelis x intermedia) is an upright shrub that produces dark red flowers with a light fragrance. They appear from February to April. The Witch hazel 'Birgit' also has roundish, green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with humus-rich, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 3 metres and grows to a width of approx. 2.5 metres.

Bulletpoints
* fragrant flowers * attractive yellow-red autumn colouring

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Witch hazel 'Birgit' are green, roundish and toothed. They are about 10 - 15 cm in size. Witch hazel 'Birgit' turns bright yellow-red in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Witch hazel 'Birgit' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Witch hazel 'Birgit' is an upright-growing shrub. It usually reaches a height of 2 - 3 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2.5 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
No pruning is necessary for this plant.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Apply compost: In the period from October to November.

Care
This plant should not be pruned. Only broken or diseased branches should be removed in summer.

Flower
The dark red flowers appear from February to April. They are slightly fragrant.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park

Root
Hamamelis x intermedia 'Birgit' is a shallow-rooted tree.