Corylus americana

Corylus americana

Rounded edible nuts 1/2 inch wide and 2 to 4 in a cluster. Useful for the shrub border and in naturalistic settings with no space contstraints. Need at least two for pollination.

Light Requirements: Part Sun Full Sun
Water Requirements: Moderate, Dry
USDA Zone: 2b
Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub
Soil Texture: Sandy, Sandy Loam, Silt Loam, Clay Loam, Clay

Plant Height at Maturity

12 feet

Plant Width at Maturity

8 feet

Growth Rate

6-12"/year

Growth Habit

Upright | Spreading

Landscape Uses

Hedge | Shade

Environmental Features

Native Species | Water-wise | Bird Habitat | Wildlife Forage Source

Tough Sites

Dry Soil

Seasonal Interest

Fall Color

Flower Color