American Hazelnut
Corylus Americana
Overview
The Winter Hazel, Corylus americana, thrives in USDA zones 4-9 with a height of 12-20 feet and a spread of 10-15 feet. This deciduous shrub blooms with yellow catkins in early spring before leaf-out, and it prefers partial to full sun. It offers a nut harvest in late summer to fall. Adaptable to various soils, this native provides excellent wildlife support and is suited for naturalistic plantings.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Type Shrub
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 6–15 Ft.
- Mature width
- 6–10 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Betulaceae
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