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Hazelnut

Corylus avellana, Betulaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

WindbreakProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Black-Eyed Susan VineThunbergia alata
Physical SupportPollinator Sharing
Japanese Plum YewCephalotaxus harringtonii
Wind ProtectionShade Provision
Scotch BroomCytisus scoparius
Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant
Winter AconiteEranthis hyemalis
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Sweet CherryPrunus avium

Hazelnut may compete with cherry trees for nutrients and potentially produce allelopathic compounds affecting stone fruits

Uses

Functions

HedgeFood

Edible Parts

Seeds

Common Questions

What zones does Hazelnut grow in?

Hazelnut grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Hazelnut?

Good companions for Hazelnut include Black-Eyed Susan Vine, Japanese Plum Yew, Scotch Broom, Winter Aconite.

Design guilds with Hazelnut and see companion relationships visually.

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