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Corylus fargesii

Also Known As

  • Farges Filbert

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-130'
  • W: 15'-80'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Corylus fargesii plant details

Corylus fargesii is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring and winter cream and tan flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Corylus fargesii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT - 80 FT - wide, 20 FT - 130 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and tan blooms in spring and winter
Uses: distinctive bark, peeling bark, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Corylus fargesii

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An exquisite find from the mountains of China, this graceful 35-45' tree has a beautiful pyramidal form that manages to look both sturdy yet delicate at the same time, its crowning glory however is its gorgeous cinnamon to cream peeling bark that truly rivals that of the river birch, its fine-toothed green summer leaves turn a rich yellow in fall; native to open woodlands with rocky soil this tree is very adaptable to most garden sites and has relatively fast growth. S/M-GDr

Gardening facts about Corylus fargesii plant

How to Grow Corylus fargesii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
    • tan
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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