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Corylus avellana 'Contorta'

Twisted Filbert

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Description

Slowly growing up to 10'-15' wide, this deciduous shrub exhibits a distinctive branch structure that is gnarled and twisted, with a bit of a weeping habit. This shrub does best in full sun and is drought tolerant once it's established. It blooms yellow catkins in winter and early spring, causing quite a show. It looks great in containers. Foliage is rounded and bright green, and turns yellow in fall. This is a plant for all seasons.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Yellow

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation

Special Uses

Container

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.