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Corylus colurna

Turkish Hazel (Constantinople hazel)

A specimen tree with a symmetrical, pyramidal head, dark green foliage and interesting, fleshy, orange-brown bark. The yellow catkins are followed by spiny, husk-encased clusters of nuts.

  • »  Upright, pyramidal form, with horizontal branching and a strong, central leader
  • »  Serrated, broad, ovate, semi-glossy, bright green leaves in the summer
  • »  Fall foliage is an insignificant yellow
  • »  Catkins are followed by spiny, husk-encased clusters of nuts
  • »  Corky, tan bark on trunks may flake to reveal an orange-brown inner bark
  • »  Bloom Time: Early spring

10gal
$285.00
  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:12-15 m
  • Spread:6-8 m
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Average to Dry Soils
Well-drained
Growth Rate
Medium
Attributes
Deciduous
Edible
Drought Tolerant
Fall Color
Flowering Time
Spring
Habit
Pyramidal
Foliage Color
Green (dark)
Yellow
Landscape uses
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Corylus colurna

Edible nuts appear in clusters with spiny, hairy husks covering and extending beyond each nut. Nuts may be roasted and eaten by humans, but are usually eaten by squirrels.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Corylus colurna

A great specimen with its corky bark and well-formed crown, ideal for lawns, as a shade or street tree, especially on dry sites.