


CORYLUS yunnanensis
Commonly known as Yunnan hazel

Shrub or small tree, producing edible nuts
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BerriesThese plants have berries.Large hazel nuts, 2-3 together
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Syn Corylus heterophylla var. yunnanensis -
Place of origin
Western Guizhou, South Western and Western Sichuan, Western Yunnan. -
Deciduous
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Yellow
Pale yellow green catkins -
Panicles
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Woodland garden
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Orbicular
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Ovate
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Height
7 metres -
Spread
5 metres -
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 - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Rounded to broadly spreading
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