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Key characteristics

Family: Hamamelidaceae
Height: 9 to 10 feet
Width: 10 to 14 feet
Flower color: Coppery orange suffused with red
Foliage color: Medium green, turning orange and red in autumn
Bloom time: Midwinter 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 8
Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds

Shrubs

Hamamelis x intermedia 'Fire Charm'

Fire Charm Witch Hazel

Hamamelis x intermedia 'Fire Charm', also known by its German name 'Feuerzauber', is a deciduous shrub that blooms from January to March. It showcases coppery orange-red flowers with narrow, crinkled petals that emit a mild fragrance. These blossoms appear on bare branches, providing a vibrant display during the late winter months. As the seasons progress, the mid-green leaves turn shades of red and yellow in autumn, adding to its seasonal appeal.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Moderate; prefers moist, well-drained soil

Bloom time

Midwinter to late winter

Find this plant

Works well in

Sun Gardens
Fragrant Gardens
Winter Interest
Woodland Gardens

Companion plants

Russian sage · Blue fescues · Coreopsis · Yarrow · Daylilies · Creeping phlox

Design tip

The robust, vase-shaped habit gives ‘Fire Charm’ a strong architectural presence even when not in bloom. Give it room to develop its natural form, using the spreading branches to frame lower plantings while providing fiery color in winter and autumn.