Hazelnut (Corylus americana) – W

The American Hazelnut produces spring flowers and prefers full sun to part shade and medium soils. Fall color varies, ranging from attractive combinations of orange, rose, purplish red, yellow, and green, to an undistinguished, dull yellowish green. The shrub is home to caterpillars and also offers cover for wildlife, nest sites for birds, and food to mammals and birds. Nut production will be improved with multiple specimens.

•Height: 10′-16′

•Spread: 8′-13′

•Soil Type:

•Soil Moisture: wet to moderately dry soils

•Sun Exposure: full sun to partial shade, nut production is best in full sun

•Fruit Time: September to October

FUN FACTS Female flowers give way to small, edible egg-shaped nuts that may be roasted and eaten or ground into flour.
MAINTENANCE Promptly remove root suckers to help maintain plant appearance and prevent thicket formation, if desired.