2-3 ft. – American Hazelnut Tree – Small Tree Makes It Easy to Pick Nuts Outdoor Plant

Small Tree Makes it Easy to Pick Nuts The American Hazelnut is a small to medium sized tree that can grow up to 12 feet tall and 15 feet wide. Hazelnuts often are multi-stemmed and have dense foliage making them ideal for privacy hedges or property borders. In the fall the green foliage turns orange red and even a deep purple providing a splash of splendor in your garden. Animal enthusiasts often plant Hazelnut shrubs to attract wildlife including pheasants squirrels woodpeckers and turkey. The nuts are used for flavoring a variety of products including coffee. They can also be used in cakes cookies and candies. Hazelnuts are a healthy snack rich in protein and unsaturated fats. Not only do Hazelnuts taste good but they’re good for you too! The American Hazelnut tree is a fast grower especially in well drained soils. The edible nuts drop from the tree and are ready to harvest in late September. Full sun exposure is necessary for the plant to yield the maximum nut harvest. Home Depot The Tree Center Nature Hills Nursery Great Garden Plants More.