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Corylus avellana 'Willamette'

Also Known As

  • Corylus maxima 'Willamette'
  • Willamette Filbert
  • Willamette Hazelnut

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Corylus avellana 'Willamette' plant details

Corylus avellana 'Willamette' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In winter flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corylus avellana 'Willamette'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corylus avellana 'Willamette'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Developed by Oregon State University for commercial production, this 10-15' tree is a very heavy producer of small, thin-shelled nuts with kernels of an evenly large size and excellent flavor for pastries and confections, a wonderful addition to home or commercial orchards; pollenizers include Felix, Yamhill and Theta. S/M

Gardening facts about Corylus avellana 'Willamette' plant

How to Grow Corylus avellana 'Willamette'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-12'

Width: 6'-12'

  • sun - mostly shade
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Zones

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Width: 8'-10'

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  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Width: 12'-20'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 10'-15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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