Fingerlakes Super-Hardy Filbert Hazelnut Tree
Description
Early-bearing and productive. Train as a shapely single-trunked tree or leave the natural multiple trunks for an attractive shrub form. Resists pests like aphids and mites and also resists common diseases. Nuts are large with a fine texture and excellent flavor. Cold hardy. Matures to be 15–25’ tall, 18–25’ wide. Ripens in late August. Seedling. For proper pollination, plant two or more seedlings or another variety of Filbert Hazelnut.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Green, Yellow |
| Fruit Color | Brown |
| Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late August |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 5.5 - 7.0 |
| Texture | Fine |
| Years to Bear | 6 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow filbert hazelnut trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.