« Previous Plant | Next Plant »
Corylus americana
American Hazelnut (American Filbert)
A multi-stemmed shrub, abundantly branched, with male and female blooms borne on the same plant. Textured foliage features yellow, orange, and red shades in the fall. The white, edible fruit turns brown when mature.
- » Male flowers are brown, decorative catkins before the leaves appear
- » Female flowers are small and red
- » Edible fruit emerges white, turning brown in the summer
- » Textured green leaves turn yellow, orange, and red in the fall
- » Upright, rounded habit
- » Bloom Time: Spring
- » Male catkin size: up to 8 cm
1gal
$23.56
2gal
$37.38
Growth Rate
| • | Medium |
Flowering Time
| • | Early Spring |
Foliage Color
| • | Green (dark) |
Planting instructions
| • | Container Plants |
Additional Information about Corylus americana
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Corylus americana
This plant requires a moist, well-drained soil. Removal of root suckers may be necessary to prevent thicket-like growth. Tolerant of adverse conditions, including soils with high pH.