Common hazel (Corylus avellana)
Care, watering, light and tips for Common hazel on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Betulaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
About Common hazel
Corylus avellana, commonly known as common hazel, is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to Europe and Asia. It is characterized by its round, serrated leaves, pendulous catkins in winter, and edible fruits, the hazelnuts. It is ideal for hedges, woodland edges, or as a specimen plant in naturalistic gardens, offering both ornamental and productive value.
Native range
Europe and Asia Minor
Care tips
It prefers full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soils, though it favors well-drained, organic-rich ones. Watering should be regular during the first few years and in dry periods, but once established, it is quite drought-tolerant. Prune to maintain shape and production, removing old or diseased branches. A common mistake is planting it in waterlogged soils, which can lead to root rot.