American Hazelnut
Corylus americana

Height: 8-12 ft
Spread: 8-12 ft
Bloom Time: February-March
Sunlight: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil Moisture: Moist, Medium, Dry, Very Dry

The American Hazelnut grows 8 to 12 feet tall and produces flowering yellow catkins in February and March when little else is blooming. These are pollinated by wind and, if successful, nuts will ripen in September and October. Also called American Filberts, this species can gradually spread over time to form small groups. Its leaves turn a vibrant yellow/orange color in autumn. The nuts are used by a large variety of wildlife including blue jays, woodpeckers, turkeys, squirrels, and chipmunks. Planting multiple shrubs can help to increase pollination and can yield more nuts. Deer Resistant.