Beaked Hazelnut Seeds - Corylus cornuta

Beaked Hazelnut (Corylus cornuta) is a hardy, deciduous shrub native to North America, prized for its delicious edible nuts encased in distinctive “beaked” husks. It’s a resilient plant that thrives in woodlands, hedgerows, and garden borders, offering both beauty and utility.

The Non-GMO Beaked Hazelnut Shrub is an excellent choice for edible landscaping and naturalized plantings. It produces clusters of small, round nuts with a rich, buttery flavor similar to cultivated hazelnuts. Its dense growth habit provides excellent cover and food for wildlife, while its yellow catkins add early-season color to the landscape.

Features

• Produces sweet, edible nuts in decorative beaked husks
• Native, non-GMO, and cold-hardy species
• Attracts wildlife including birds and squirrels
• Great for edible gardens, hedges, and reforestation
• Drought- and frost-tolerant once established
• Low-maintenance and easy to grow

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Corylus cornuta
• Common Name: Beaked Hazelnut / Beaked Filbert
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
• Growth Height: 6–15 feet
• Spread: 8–12 feet
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil; pH 5.5–7.5
• Bloom Season: Early spring
• Nut Season: Late summer to early fall
• Flower Color: Yellow catkins (male), red styles (female)
• Fruit Color: Brown nut in beaked green husk
• Foliage: Green leaves turning yellow in fall
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Sowing Depth: 1 inch
• Germination Time: 60–120 days (cold stratification for 90 days recommended)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; tolerates occasional drought
• Maintenance: Minimal pruning; remove dead or weak stems
• Pollination: Cross-pollination recommended (plant at least 2 shrubs)
• Wildlife Benefits: Nuts feed birds, deer, and small mammals
• Uses: Edible landscaping, wildlife habitat, hedgerows, erosion control

Planting Guide

• Cold Stratify: Store seeds in a moist medium for 90 days at 34–40°F before planting.
• Prepare Soil: Use well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.
• Sow Seeds: Plant 1 inch deep and water gently.
• Light: Full sun ensures strong nut production.
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment.
• Spacing: 8–10 feet apart for hedgerows or orchard planting.
• Care: Prune lightly to maintain structure; mulch base for moisture retention.