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Buy Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai'

Also Known As

  • Hamamelis japonica 'Shibamichi Red'
  • Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukabana Kuranami'
  • Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana Kurreani'
  • Shibamichi Red Japanese Witch Hazel
  • Tsukubana Kurreani Japanese Witch Hazel

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 6'-10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai' plant details

Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In winter magenta flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hamamelidaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: magenta blooms in winter
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fall color, focal point, long-blooming, vase-shaped, winter interest, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has large red purple flowers in January. We can only hope all the witch hazels will bloom as long as they did this year. It blooms continuously January-March.

Gardening facts about Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai' plant

How to Grow Hamamelis japonica 'Tsukubana-kurenai'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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