Beaked Hazelnut is the native hazelnut to our area. This shrub is dense and mound-shaped, with yellowish-brown catkins that are showy in later winter and early spring. Its fall colors vary from bright yellow to a deep wine-red. A member of the birch family, the Beaked Hazelnut has protein-rich nuts that are a favorite for red squirrels and chipmunks. It also is great for ruffed grouse, pheasant, woodpeckers, and blue jays. 
 
Seedling Size: 6-12"
Mature Size: 4-8'
Soil Type: Moist-Dry
Sunlight: Full Sun-Shade
 
Zones 3-8