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CORYLUS
Commonly known as Japanese hazel, Manchurian 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.
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Good to know
Can sometimes develop a bold purple blotch in the centre of late-developing leaves -
Pests & Diseases
Caterpillars, mites, sawflies, aphids, silver leaf, powdery mildew, honey fungus -
Place of origin
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DeciduousRounded to obovate, mid-green leaves to 12cm (5in) long by 9cm (3½in) wide
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Woodland garden
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Fully hardy
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Double Serrate
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Obovate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
5m (16ft)
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Tall ShrubSlow-growing large shrub or small tree. Produces male catkins and, later, small nuts in clusters of 2-4. Nuts are protected by bristly husks with long tails which remain after they have fallen
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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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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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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Bird friendly
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
5m (16ft)
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Corylus - Growing Guide
