Corylus americana, American hazelnut

American hazelnut
Corylus americana

Hardiness: Zones 4 to 9
Plant type: Tree
Height: 10- 16'
Spread: 8- 13'
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Bloom time: March to April
Bloom color: Male/brown, Female/red
Soil: Average, medium, well-draining soils,

Notes: Nuts are similar in flavor to the European filbert, and may be roasted and eaten or ground into flour, but are also commonly left for the squirrels and birds.

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