Common Snowberry vs European Hazelnut - TreeTime.ca

Common Snowberry vs European Hazelnut

Corylus avellana

Symphoricarpos albus

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European Hazelnut
Common Snowberry

European Hazelnut is a large shrub that is native to Europe. It is known for its edible nuts that ripen in late summer to early fall. The nuts can be eaten raw or roasted and have a sweet, earthy flavour. Nut production can start as early as 2-3 years but typically takes until at least 4 years for significant yields.

Catkins appear in late winter to early spring and as they release pollen it attracts bees and other pollinators. Since male and female flowers bloom at different times, multiple shrubs will have to be planted for cross pollination. It is recommended to plant European Hazelnut with other hazelnut varieties such as Beaked Hazelnut, Frank, Yamhill, and York. Planting with other varieties will increase nut production.

Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using European Hazelnut seeds at SeedTime.ca.

Common Snowberry is a small deciduous shrub with characteristic white to pink flowers and clusters of white fruit.

This North American native species is very adaptable, and can be used for erosion control in riparian and restoration areas. Snowberry's fruit attracts wildlife, and livestock can consume the berries without issue.

European Hazelnut Quick Facts

Common Snowberry Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 1a
Height: 5 m (16 ft)
Height: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Spread: 4 m (12 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no
Berries: white waxy berries
Flavor: sweet, with an earthy taste
Harvest: late summer - early fall
Flowers: pink to white flowers in spring
Bark: red-brown shredded bark
Nuts: woody shelled with thin brown skin
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: medium
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: none




Toxicity: berries toxic to humans
Other Names: cobnut, common filbert, common hazelnut, european filbert, european hazel
Other Names: common snowberry