5 American Hazelnut Trees Bare Root | Corylus americana Live Nut Shrubs

American Hazelnut (Corylus americana) is a native deciduous shrub that brings multi-season interest to the landscape. It produces edible nuts in autumn and supports local wildlife, making it a valuable addition to edible and wildlife gardens. Its dense, rounded form and attractive foliage also work well in hedgerows, borders, and naturalized plantings.

These bare root plants establish readily when planted in suitable conditions. They can be grown as a nut-producing shrub or allowed to naturalize in a wildlife-friendly garden. With proper care, they develop into productive, long-lived plants.

Plant Features

• Native North American shrub
• Produces edible hazelnuts in fall
• Attracts birds and small mammals
• Dense growth habit suitable for hedges and screens
• Adaptable to a range of soil types

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Corylus americana
• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Medium; keep soil moist, especially during establishment
• Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, suckering
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-9
• Bloom Season: Late winter to early spring
• Mature Height: 8-12 feet
• Spacing: 6-10 feet apart

Planting & Care

Plant bare root hazelnuts in early spring or late fall while they are dormant. Soak the roots for a few hours before planting. Dig a hole wide enough to spread the roots and set the plant at the same depth it grew previously. Backfill with native soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch away from the trunk.

Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a deep root system. Once established, American Hazelnut is relatively low-maintenance. Prune as needed to remove dead or damaged wood and to maintain desired shape. These shrubs can sucker, forming a thicket over time, which is beneficial for wildlife habitat.

What's Included

5 American Hazelnut bare root plants (Corylus americana).