Hazel (Corylus Avellana)

Corylus avellana (Common Hazel) is a deciduous shrub normally found in our hedgerows. 

When left alone  it can reach 8-10m heigh.

Flowering in early spring, Corylus avellana is monoecious with both the small red female flower and the long yellow male catkin on the same plant. The foliage is heart shaped, mid green with a double serrated margin.

In Autumn it turns shades of yellow. The edible nuts which follow the flowers ripen in autumn adding year round interest. They are also a good source of food for wildlife.

Hazel can stand hard pruning and can be coppiced easily.

It can also stand poorer soil .