Filbert Plants at BCA

The following species and varieties are currently represented in our collections. To include taxa that are no longer present, go to this other list.

  • Corylus americana

    American Filbert
    A large, native, somewhat coarse, nut-bearing shrub with good adaptability to clay, various soil pH levels, shade, heat, drought and soil compaction.
    Read cultural details and find specific plantings.
    • Corylus americana // American Filbert ("straight species")

  • Corylus avellana

    European Filbert
    A large, rounded, spreading shrub or small tree producing good quality edible filberts for consumption by humans and wildlife.
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    • Corylus avellana // European Filbert, Common Hazel ("straight species")
    • Corylus avellana 'Contorta' // Contorted European Filbert; Harry Lauder's Walking Stick
    • Corylus avellana 'Fuscorubra' // Fuscorubra European (Red) Filbert
    • Corylus avellana 'Rosita' // Rosita European Filbert

  • Corylus colurna

    Turkish Filbert
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    • Corylus colurna // Turkish Filbert ("straight species")

  • Corylus fargesii

    Farges' Hazelnut (Filbert)
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    • Corylus fargesii // Farges' Hazelnut (Filbert) ("straight species")