Corylus avellana 'Rote Zellernuss'

Also Known As

Corylus avellana 'Rote Zeller'
Corylus avellana 'Rotezellar'
Corylus maxima 'Rote Zeller'
Redleaf Filbert
Rote Zeller Filbert
Rote Zeller Hazelnut
Rotezellar Redleaf Hazelnut

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 12'-20'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Corylus avellana 'Rote Zellernuss' plant details

Corylus avellana 'Rote Zellernuss' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with red foliage. In spring and winter red and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corylus avellana 'Rote Zellernuss'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous red
Mature size: 12 FT - 20 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, hedge, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corylus avellana 'Rote Zellernuss'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rot? (Red) describes the large attractive red-purple leaves of this 12-20' shrub/tree in spring (bronzy-green in summer) but it doesn?t mention the lovely pink early spring catkins and edible, pink-tinted nuts. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Red leafed Filbert. This is a beautiful plant when the leaves come out crimson in spring and again in the late winter when the pink catkins hang. Also produces pink nuts if a pollenizer is nearby. Zone 4.