Position

Sun exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Corylus avellana 'Contorta' is a small hazel with contorted stems that stand out in winter against the clear blue sky. From late winter it bears golden-yellow catkins, before fresh green, twisted leaves appear. It's ideal for growing in a mixed sunny border or front garden, where its winter structure can be fully appreciated. It's also suitable for growing in a large pot. The twisted stems are useful in flower arranging. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).

Grow Corylus avellana 'Contorta' in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually with well-rotted manure or compost.

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Corylus ‘Contorta’ and wildlife

Corylus ‘Contorta’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers, provides shelter and habitat and has seeds for birds.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is known to attract Birds
Birds
Is known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Corylus ‘Contorta’ poisonous?

Corylus ‘Contorta’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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