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Description
Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold, also known as Witch Hazel, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Hamamelidaceae family. It is native to North America and Asia and is known for its beautiful golden yellow flowers that bloom in the winter. The shrub can grow up to 4 meters tall and 2.5 meters wide.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Hamamelidaceae |
| Genus | Hamamelis |
Appearance
Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold has a vase-shaped growth habit with a spreading crown. The leaves are obovate and serrated, measuring up to 15 centimeters long and 10 centimeters wide. In the fall, the leaves turn yellow-orange or red. The golden yellow flowers bloom in January to March and are fragrant. The fruit is a woody capsule that splits open to release seeds.
Care Guide
Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold requires regular watering, especially during dry periods. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and should be fertilized in the spring with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer. It grows best in partial shade to full sun and is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. It can also be affected by leaf spots and powdery mildew. Regular inspection and treatment with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil can help prevent pest infestations. Fungicides may be necessary to control fungal diseases.
Habitat
Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold is native to North America and Asia and can be found in woodlands and along stream banks. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: When do the flowers of Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold bloom?
A: The flowers bloom in January to March.
Q: What is the growth habit of Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold?
A: It has a vase-shaped growth habit with a spreading crown.
Q: What is the hardiness zone of Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold?
A: It is hardy in USDA zones 5-8.
Q: What type of fertilizer should be used for Hamamelis Intermedia Barmstedt Gold?
A: A slow-release, balanced fertilizer should be used in the spring.
Related Plants
- Hamamelis mollis
- Hamamelis vernalis
- Hamamelis virginiana
- Hamamelis x intermedia
References
- “Hamamelis intermedia ‘Barmstedt Gold’.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=277167.
- “Hamamelis intermedia ‘Barmstedt Gold’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/88589/Hamamelis-intermedia-Barmstedt-Gold/Details.
- “Witch Hazel.” The Old Farmer’s Almanac, www.almanac.com/plant/witch-hazel.
