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Corylus 'Ruby'

Also Known As

  • Ruby European Filbert
  • Ruby European Hazelnut

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Corylus 'Ruby' plant details

Corylus 'Ruby' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with purple foliage. In winter tan flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corylus 'Ruby'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous purple
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: tan blooms in winter
Uses: edible, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corylus 'Ruby'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The showy young growth of this large shrub is ?ruby-red? through spring as are the developing husks on its delicious hazelnuts!...pretty as well as edible. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Corylus 'Ruby' plant

How to Grow Corylus 'Ruby'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • tan
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-12'

Width: 6'-12'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

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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'

  • sun - shade
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Plant Type

Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

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

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 15'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture
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