American Hazelnut
Corylus americana
SKU
40205
A native to eastern North America, this small tree or multi-branched shrub produces edible nuts in fall. Showy male flowers appear in spring, in the form of elongated tan catkins, while the female flowers are reddish and inconspicuous. Foliage turns golden yellow to red to purple in autumn. The dense, low growth habit provides excellent habitat for birds and wildlife.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | KOR-ih-lus a-mer-ih-KAY-na |
|---|---|
| Lore | Corylus americana is monoecious, meaning it produces separate male and female flowers on the same plant, with both male (tan catkins) and female flowers (red stigma style) being exhibited during flowering season. The nuts of American hazelnut (also known as the American filbert) have a higher nutritional value than acorns and beechnuts. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 15-18 ft. tall and 10-12 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Showy catkins in spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Mass Planting, Specimen, Woodland Garden, Wildlife Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Edible, Fall Color, North American Native Selection, Showy Fruit, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Will spread by root suckers; clip to prevent spread if desired.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9
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