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Ninebark vs European Hazelnut

Physocarpus opulifolius

Corylus avellana

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Ninebark
European Hazelnut

Ninebark is a small, multi-stemmed shrub, that is used to add texture or colour to any yard.

It features flaky, cinnamon-brown bark, attractive white flowers, and long, maple-like leaves.

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.

NINEBARK QUICK FACTS

EUROPEAN HAZELNUT QUICK FACTS

Zone: 2a
Zone: 4a
Height: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Height: 5 m (16 ft)
Spread: 2.1 m (7 ft)
Spread: 4 m (12 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Catkins: yes
Berries: small pink to purple berry like follicles
Flavor: sweet, with an earthy taste
Harvest: late summer - early fall
Flowers: small white clusters
Nuts: woody shelled with thin brown skin
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: medium





Other Names: cobnut, common filbert, common hazelnut, european filbert, european hazel