Hazelnut, American

Corylus americana

Size (HxW): 6-7’ x 6-7’

Growth Habit: Upright, wide branching

Fruit Size: ½ “

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2

Native to Manitoba

Nuts are small but edible, can be used for baking or roasted to eat

Heart-shaped, green foliage turns “orange-red” in fall

Requires cross-pollination from another hazelnut

Thin strand yellow to gold male pollen tassels (flowers) are visible in Spring

Hazelnuts are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidant compounds and healthy fats

Produces fruit approximately 2-3 years after planting

Plant pollinators within 200’ or less, closer is better

Medium Growth Rate: 6-10”/year

• Drought tolerant once established; does not tolerate soggy soil • Bird netting recommended • Prune to shape in spring

Description

Size (HxW): 6-7’ x 6-7’

Growth Habit: Upright, wide branching

Fruit Size: ½ “

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2

Native to Manitoba
Nuts are small but edible, can be used for baking or roasted to eat
Heart-shaped, green foliage turns “orange-red” in fall
Requires cross-pollination from another hazelnut
Thin strand yellow to gold male pollen tassels (flowers) are visible in Spring
Hazelnuts are packed with vitamins, minerals, antioxidant compounds and healthy fats
Produces fruit approximately 2-3 years after planting
Plant pollinators within 200’ or less, closer is better
Medium Growth Rate: 6-10”/year