Hunterdon Filbert

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Corylus avellana x Americana OSU – Hazelnut

Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Filberts (Hazelnuts) to California, Oregon.

This is a cross between ‘Sacajawea’ and OSU 616.055. The tree is known for its high yield, producing mostly round, medium to large kernels with outstanding flavor. It has a vigorous, upright growth habit with slight spreading. Additionally, it has a high level of tolerance to Eastern Filbert Blight.

Pollination:
Pollinators include Grand Traverse, Gene, and The Beast.

Nut Drop:
Occurs from the end of August to the first week of September in New Jersey.

Zones:
Best suited for Zones 5-8.

Plant Characteristics:

• Pest Resistance: Very good
• Disease Resistance: Excellent (high tolerance to Eastern Filbert Blight)
• Drought Tolerance: Good
• Heat Tolerance: Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Very good
• Sun Tolerance: Very good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Fair
• Salt Tolerance: Poor
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• No-Spray Suitability: Good
• Thorns: No
• Soil Type: Well-drained
• Edible Type: Nut
• Self-Fertile: No (requires a pollinator)

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome