Corylus avellana
Hazel
Common names: Common Hazel, Hazel shrub
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Description
The hazel (Corylus avellana) is a native, hardy shrub that blooms in early spring with yellow catkins. It is wind‑pollinated and produces best when at least two shrubs of different varieties are planted close together. In autumn the ripe nuts fall freely from the husk.
Care instructions
Plant the hazel in autumn (November, week 45) in a sunny to partially shaded location with loose, nutrient‑rich soil. Prune it every few years in winter (February, week 8) by removing the oldest basal shoots to keep the shrub airy and productive. Harvest the nuts in September (week 37) when they fall brown from the fruit cups.
Pruning
Companion planting
Good neighbours
Varieties
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