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GEVUINA avellana
Commonly known as Chilean hazel, Chilean nut
Handsome polished pinnate leaves and unusual panicles of white flowers. Grows best in sheltered conditions
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EvergreenGlossy, dark-green leaves to 40cm (16in) long each with up to 30 coarsely-toothed leaflets.
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Height10m (33ft)
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Spread10m (33ft)
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Tall ShrubOr small tree.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
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Partial shadeBest in dappled shade
GEVUINA avellana
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Additional FeaturesExotic plantsPests & DiseasesNonePlace of originChile
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Flower ShapeRacemesTo 12cm (5in) long of spidery flowers to 2.5cm (1in) long
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf formPinnate
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Leaf marginDentate
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilNeutral to acid soil
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Tree ShapeBroadly conical
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Gevuina Growing Guide
10m (33ft)
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