American Hazelnut is a versatile, native shrub known for its tasty nuts and attractive, rounded foliage that turns a beautiful red or orange in the fall. This deciduous shrub thrives in well-drained soils and is adaptable to a range of conditions, from full sun to partial shade. American Hazelnut is relatively low-maintenance, requiring occasional pruning to maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth. Its nuts are a favorite among wildlife and can also be harvested for fresh eating or cooking. Native to North America, American Hazelnut is often used in naturalized plantings, hedgerows, and as a component of wildlife gardens. Additionally, this shrub supports local ecosystems by providing habitat and food for birds, small mammals, and pollinators, making it a valuable addition to any landscape.
American Hazelnut
$11.95
American Hazelnut (Corylus americana) produces small, sweet hazelnuts encased in soft shells, typically harvested in late summer to early fall. It is a multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub that reaches a mature height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 8-12 feet, great for wildlife habitats and edible landscapes. Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 4-9 and requiring 800-1200 chilling hours, this variety requires cross-pollination with another hazelnut tree. Best grown in full sun to partial shade. It is known for its adaptability and high nut yield.
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Reza Shabestari (Verified Customer) –
My order arrived on time but the plants were too young to be planted in ground, I put them in a small pot for this year.
Ekaterina Sorokina (Verified Customer) –
brianmariahb (Verified Customer) –
I’m giving it 3.5 stars. I ordered three American Hazelnut trees. Packaging was great but they came with some of the roots a little dry. I stuck them in some mulch, until ground planted, and watered the mulch to rehydrate. They are very small stemmed trees when I had received them. I planted them mid-April 2022. I waited to leave a review because I wanted to see how they would do. A little over a month later and two of the three have leaves on the entire stem, which is between 12”-18” overall. The third one is still producing leaves but only the bottom half is growing while the top half remains bare. I’m hoping that this one will turn around and I expect it to as the American hazelnut is a pretty hardy tree. I have mulched around the trees and put a metal chicken fence around them to protect them. I will update my review, if I can, with a higher rating once I give them a bit more time. I’ll also try and update with a picture.
That said, at 3.5 stars I will purchase again from Food Forest Nursery and I would recommend them to friends and family that are looking for anything. I have my eye on Sumac for next year!
Daryl Rodgers (Verified Customer) –
Nice, healthy plants. Outstanding nursery.
Louis (Verified Customer) –
Little sticks with a profusion of healthy moist roots
Robert R. (Verified Customer) –
not all leafed out yet , but still early
Aaron P. (Verified Customer) –
Purchased to replace trees from another vendor that didn’t survive a very mild New England winter
These were less than half the cost but were much larger and healthier.