Corylus avellana 'Contorta'

Well-known "heirloom" variety cultivated for its odd twisted branches. The effect is most obvious in the winter, but even the leaves are twisted and bent. After a generation, it becomes a 12 ft. globose shrub. Puts on an interesting late winter flower display of long yellow-brown catkins. From tissue culture, any suckers are also contorted.

Plant Details

Common Name Corylus avellana ‘Contorta’
Growth Habit Shrub
Hardiness Zone Zones 4–8
Mature Height 8'-10'
Mature Width 8'-10'
Flowering Season Spring
Flower Color Yellow
Foliage Color Green
Plant Features Attractive Bark, Fall Color, and Cold hardy

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