Illustrative photo.
Corylus avellana 'RED MAJESTIC'® red corkscrew hazel, Harry Lauder´s walking stick
size/type
taller shrub,taller shrub
usual height
1,5-3m
usual width
1-2,5m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
soil type
neutral to alkaline
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Red Majestic is another form of hazel with twisted branches. The leaves are deep burgundy red to nearly brown. This slow growing shrub makes the best display in winter when the leaves have fallen down and the branches show their shape.
Growing conditions and care
Unlike the species, it is keeping rather small – about 3 meters in 25 years. The flowers overwinter as dangling, rose-red coloured catkins. No special soil requirements, just avoid heavy or water-logged soil. Fully hardy to min. -34°C (USDA zone 4).
Last update 03-01-2009
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