American Hazelnut (Bundle of 25)

$46.00

Description

Size: 18-24 / Age: 1-0 / Growth Rate: 1-2 feet per year. The American hazelnut (Corylus americana) is a small, deciduous shrub native to North America, typically growing 3-10 feet tall and wide. It has a dense, bushy form with spreading branches that create a rounded or mounded shape. The leaves are broad, oval, and have a finely serrated edge, with a medium to dark green color that turns yellow in the fall. The shrub is often found in woodland edges, along stream banks, and in open fields, thriving in well-drained, moist soils with full sun to partial shade. By late summer or early fall, the shrub produces small, round nuts encased in a leafy husk. These nuts are edible, with a rich, sweet flavor, and are a valuable food source for wildlife such as squirrels, birds, and chipmunks. The American hazelnut is known for its resilience and adaptability, tolerating a range of soil types and moisture levels. It is often used in hedgerows, wildlife plantings, and as a decorative shrub in landscapes. The nuts are harvested for culinary purposes, including baking and roasting, and the plant is sometimes cultivated for commercial nut production. The shrub's dense foliage also makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens, natural fencing, or erosion control.