Corylus Contorta, Harry Lauder's Walking Stick (multiple sizes)
Available for delivery or pickup at our Lawrenceville/Grayson location ONLY.
p>Corylus avellana 'Contorta'
Harry Lauder's walking stick, Contorted Filbert, European Filbert
Type: Deciduous shrub
Family: Betulaceae
Zone: 4 to 8
Height: 8.00 to 10.00 feet
Spread: 8.00 to 10.00 feet
Bloom Time: March to April
Bloom Description: Yellowish brown (male)
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Water: Medium
Maintenance: Low
Suggested Use: Hedge
Flower: Showy
Other: Winter Interest
Best grown in moist, organically rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Tolerates average garden soils. Avoid heavy clays. Prompt removal of root suckers will help maintain plant appearance, and, if desired, help prevent thicket formation. Plants may be propagated by suckers, early summer soft wood cuttings or seed.