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Corylus avellana (F)
hazel
A large, spreading deciduous shrub or small tree, with rounded leaves turning yellow in autumn, and yellow male catkins in early spring, followed by edible nuts in autumn
Other common names
cobnutcommon filbert
see moreEuropean hazelnut
hale nut
hazelnut
stock nut
wood nut
Synonyms
Corylus avellana cobnut
Size
Ultimate height
4–8 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | Green Brown | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
North–facing or West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Betulaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Genus
Corylus are deciduous trees and large shrubs with broad leaves, and showy male catkins in early spring, followed by edible nuts
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe, W Asia, N Africa
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows well in chalky soil in sun or partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed or layer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Wildflower meadow
- Low Maintenance
- Hedging and screens
Pruning
Pests
Can get caterpillars, gall mites, aphids and sawflies; squirrels eat the nuts
Diseases
Generally disease free
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