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Key characteristics

Family: Hamamelidaceae
Height: 8 to 12 feet
Width: 8 to 12 feet
Flower color: Deep orange-red
Foliage color: Dark green, turning red and yellow in autumn
Bloom time: Mid to late winter
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low; prune after flowering to maintain shape
Growing zone: USDA zones 5 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds

Shrubs

Hamamelis x intermedia 'Diane'

Diane Witch Hazel

Hamamelis x intermedia 'Diane' is a deciduous shrub that produces rich copper-red flowers from mid to late winter, adding a bold splash of color to the dormant landscape. Each bloom consists of narrow, crinkled petals that emerge along bare branches, releasing a subtle fragrance. As the seasons progress, the dark green summer foliage transitions into a spectacular display of orange, red, and gold in autumn, making it one of the most vibrant witch hazels for fall color.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil

Bloom time

Mid to late winter

Find this plant

Works well in

Sun Gardens
Fragrant Gardens
Winter Interest
Woodland Gardens

Companion plants

Catmint · Feather reed grass · Salvias · Coneflowers · Lavenders · Sedums

Design tip

The unusually rich red flowers make ‘Diane’ especially effective as a winter focal point. Position it where the bare branching structure can be seen clearly, allowing the intensely colored blooms to create their strongest display without competing winter color nearby.