Common hazel Corylus avellana Purpurea

Are you looking to add some variety and interest to your garden or landscape, consider including one of the many types of hazel trees and shrubs into your planting plans. These multi-stemmed plants produce delicious round hazelnuts while being easy to care for and grow.

Common hazel trees are large, multi-stemmed deciduous shrubs or trees with rounded to oval leaves and dangling cylindrical flower clusters in winter. In this time of year, their leaves turn yellow and are followed by small nuts encased in papery husks.

Your region and climate allow for the planting of various hazelnut cultivars and species. Common varieties include American hazelnut (Corylus avellana), European hazelnut (Corylus nuttallii), and Corkscrew hazel (C. avellana 'Contorta').

When selecting a suitable location for your hazel trees or shrubs, soil type and location are two key considerations. Testing the soil is recommended to determine its nutrient levels and composition.

Nutrient deficiencies can be remedied with a thorough application of high quality, balanced fertilizer during the spring and summer growing season. To keep plants adequately watered during this period, supplemental irrigation may be needed to ensure adequate hydration.

Pruning or coppicing are two options to control the growth and size of your hazels. You can prune away large stems in alternate years to keep the plant more compact, or coppice heavily for a dense, rounded canopy.

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