Corylus Contorta AGM
The classic corkscrew hazel, with lime green catkins in spring and edible nuts in the autumn, Corylus avellana Contorta makes an eye-catching specimen shrub in the garden, or a featured plant in a container on the terrace. A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence in the garden.
- Pot size: 15L
- Height and Spread: 3m (9ft) x 4m (13ft) over 10 - 20 years
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The classic corkscrew hazel, with lime green catkins in spring and edible nuts in the autumn, Corylus avellana Contorta makes an eye-catching specimen shrub in the garden, or a featured plant in a container on the terrace. A recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence in the garden.
As well as enjoying them in the garden, you can use the curly stems in flower arranging, they look particularly attractive in winter arrangements.
- Flowers: March - April
- Hardy
- All soil types
- All aspects
- Full sun or partial sunlight
- Pruning should be kept to a minimum to preserve its habit.
- Prevent thicket formation by promptly removing any root suckers.