Turkish Filbert

Corylus Colurna

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Overview

The Turkish Filbert, Corylus colurna, is a deciduous tree renowned for its stately, pyramidal form and dense foliage. It reaches up to 50-70 feet tall with a 20-30 feet spread. This hardy tree boasts ornamental, corky bark and large, 3-6 inches long, toothed leaves. It produces edible nuts wrapped in a bristly husk, adding autumnal interest. Ideal for urban settings, it is resilient to pests and diseases.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–7Climate Temperate

Turkish Filbert (Corylus Colurna) — is a deciduous tree renowned for its stately

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Betulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Turkish Filbert (Corylus Colurna) — This hardy tree boasts ornamental, corky bark and large, 3-6 inches long, toothed leaves; pyramidal form and, image 73

Turkish Filbert (Corylus Colurna) — It produces edible nuts wrapped in a bristly husk, adding autumnal interest; a native of southeastern Europe, image 74

Turkish Filbert (Corylus Colurna) — Ideal for urban settings, it is resilient to pests and diseases; the Turkish Filbert is tolerant of urban, image 75

Turkish Filbert (Corylus Colurna) — scientifically known as Corylus colurna; tree for full or half, image 76

Turkish Filbert (Corylus Colurna) — is a stately deciduous tree renowned for its formal appearance and resilience; scientifically known as Corylus, image 77

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