Hazelnut, American
Corylus americana
Family: Betulaceae
3-4 FT height at sale, bare root
Native to Vermont
Sourced from Michigan
Aka filbert. Can produce in shade.
General Information
Recommended Spacing (ft)
20 - 30
Mature Width (ft)
10 - 15
Mature Height (ft)
8 - 12
Annual Growth Rate (in)
13 - 24
Sun Preference
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Soil Type
Loamy
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Description
These vigorous, suckering shrubs are excellent for hedges and windbreaks. They begin to produce sweet, oil-rich nuts in just 3-6 years. Because the heavy pollen does not carry far on the wind, plant at least two within 4-10 ft of each other. Autumn foliage: yellow. The nuts are smaller than commercial filberts, but carry the same quality and flavor.
Resources
Plant Guide, USDA/NRCS
American Hazelnut, Backyard Ecology
$14.00Price