Corylus colurna
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Corylus colurna
Also known as:
Turkish Hazel
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Nut tree
Format:
Large
Height:
20.00 m
Width:
7.00 m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Oil, Tonic, Seed
Oil, Tonic, Seed
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Oil, Wood, Carbon farming
Oil, Wood, Carbon farming
Description
Seeds: can be consumed raw or cooked. They contain a lot of oil and have a flavor similar to hazelnuts. The seeds ripen from the middle to the end of autumn. If you plan to eat them, it is wise to protect them from squirrels. Unshelled seeds can be stored for up to a year in a cool place and can also be used to make oil.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/09
End of Harvest:
31/10
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Smal Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Halfopen kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Amelanchier alnifolia Serviceberry |
Amelanchier produces edible fruits that can attract pollinators and provide food for both humans and wildlife, complementing the hazelnut's growth. |
|
Prunus avium Sweet cherry |
Sweet cherry trees can enhance biodiversity, offering shade and additional food sources, thereby supporting overall garden health. |
|
Carya illinoinensis Pecans |
Pecan trees provide similar nut production, promoting a sustained yield environment, and both trees share similar nutrient requirements. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Common hazel can enhance cross-pollination and overall yield of both hazel species, as they have similar flowering times. |
|
Malus domestica Apple |
Apple trees can attract beneficial insects and provide additional fruits, creating a more diverse ecosystem. |