Hazelnut (American) 18 - 24"

Also known as American Filbert.  A large multi stemmed native shrub with a height of 6-12’ and width of 6-12’.  Fruit is a dark brown edible acorn-like nut about ½” long ripening in September or October.  Suckers from rhizomes forming thickets; has shallow, fibrous roots.  Shade tolerant.  High wildlife rating. Growth rate is moderate.