Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty
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Description
Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Hamamelidaceae family. This plant is popular for its vibrant orange flowers that bloom in the winter season when most of the plants are dormant. The flowers are fragrant and have a spicy scent that can fill the garden with a pleasant aroma. The plant can grow up to 4-5 meters tall and 4 meters wide, making it ideal for garden borders, hedges, and as a specimen plant. It is native to China and Japan but is widely cultivated in many parts of the world.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Hamamelidaceae |
| Genus | Hamamelis |
Appearance
The leaves of Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty are oval-shaped, alternate, and serrated. They are green in color and turn yellow or red in the fall season. The flowers are borne in clusters and have four narrow petals that are curled at the tips. The petals are bright orange in color and have red or purple markings near the base. The flowers appear on bare stems in late winter or early spring, making them stand out in the garden. The fruit is a hard, woody capsule that contains two shiny black seeds.
Care Guide
Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for. Here are some tips to help you take care of this plant:
- Water: The plant prefers moist but well-drained soil. Water it regularly during the growing season, especially during hot and dry weather.
- Fertilization: Feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer in the spring just before new growth appears.
- Soil: The plant prefers acidic to neutral soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Sunlight: The plant prefers partial shade to full sun. It can grow in full shade, but it may not flower as well.
- Hardiness Zones: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty is generally pest and disease-resistant but may occasionally be affected by the following:
- Aphids: These small insects can suck the sap from the leaves and stems, causing them to curl and distort. Use insecticidal soap to control the infestation.
- Leaf spot: This fungal disease can cause brown spots on the leaves. Remove the infected leaves and spray with a fungicide to prevent further spread.
- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease can cause a white powdery coating on the leaves. Remove the infected leaves and spray with a fungicide to prevent further spread.
Habitat
Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty is native to China and Japan but is widely cultivated in many parts of the world. It grows in forests, woodlands, and on rocky slopes. The plant prefers moist but well-drained soil and can tolerate partial shade to full sun. It is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Question and Answer
Q: When does Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty bloom?
A: The plant blooms in late winter or early spring when most of the plants are still dormant.
Q: What is the height of Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty?
A: The plant can grow up to 4-5 meters tall and 4 meters wide.
Q: What is the hardiness zone of Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Q: What is the color of the flowers of Hamamelis Intermedia Orange Beauty?
A: The flowers are bright orange in color with red or purple markings near the base.
Related Plants
- Hamamelis mollis
- Hamamelis vernalis
- Hamamelis x intermedia
- Hamamelis virginiana
References
- “Hamamelis Intermedia ‘Orange Beauty’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/89761/Hamamelis-intermedia-Orange-Beauty/Details. Accessed 10 June 2021.
- “Hamamelis Intermedia ‘Orange Beauty’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b532. Accessed 10 June 2021.
- “Hamamelis Intermedia ‘Orange Beauty’.” Plant Lust, www.plantlust.com/plants/hamamelis-intermedia-orange-beauty. Accessed 10 June 2021.
