CORYLUS
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CORYLUS
Commonly known as Golden hazel
Common native shrub found all over the British Isles. A magical tree from which divining rods are made.
Genus of about 16 species of deciduous trees and shrubs from northern temperate regions, usually in woodland.
The cultivars of C. avellana and C. maxima (filbert) produce edible nuts.
C. avellana (from the town of Avella, in Italy) is a major component of the traditional English hedgerow. Coppiced, the poles were used in wattle and daub construction.
The nuts are an important food for wildlife.
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
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DeciduousBroad heart-shaped, toothed leaves to 10cm (4in) long turn yellow-green when mature.
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Fully hardy
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Gold
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Serrate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubTree-like shrub. Produces catkins 4-6cm (1½-2½in) long.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Pruning group 4
Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile. Does well in chalky soils.
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Full sun
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
5m (16ft)
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Corylus - Growing Guide
