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McDonald Filbert

Scientific Name: Corylus avellana 'McDonald'

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 8'-12'

planting zones

McDonald Filbert plant details

McDonald Filbert is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring and winter red and yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF McDonald Filbert

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 12 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring and winter
Uses: disease-resistant, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for McDonald Filbert

USDA Zones:
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fabulous filbert is very disease resistant, productive and marketable! This variety fills nearly 51% of its shell with sweet and tasty filberts! The crop matures two weeks earlier than other varieties giving a longer harvest season. Beautiful, bright-green, fuzzy foliage is attractive too. These good-looking trees mature to just 8-12' and begin bearing 2-3 years after planting. Jefferson, Eta and Theta are good varieties for cross-pollination. S/M

Gardening facts about McDonald Filbert plant

How to Grow McDonald Filbert

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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