Staghorn Sumac vs Aldara Hazelnut - TreeTime.ca

Staghorn Sumac vs Aldara Hazelnut

Rhus typhina

Corylus heterophylla Het 3

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Staghorn Sumac
Aldara Hazelnut

Staghorn Sumac is a popular ornamental shrub with red velvet like antlers that produce seeds that provide nice winter interest for landscapers and gardeners.

This low-maintenance plant is a great addition to any garden it is also used in shelterbelts.

Aldara Hazelnut is a northern hybrid selection noted for its superior nut quality, disease resistance, and cold hardiness.

It is great for attracting wildlife with the added bonus of edible nuts that can be eaten fresh or used in baking. Pair with another Aldara or Andrew Hazelnut for cross pollination to occur.

Aldara and Andrew Hazelnut are currently the hardiest and most reliable nut varieties available for the Canadian prairies.

Note: You want more than one hazelnut to improve yields.

Staghorn Sumac Quick Facts

Aldara Hazelnut Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 4a
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Height: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Spread: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Flowers: small, green-yellow
Nuts: medium, 1.5cm diameter
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: short
Life span: medium
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low




Other Names: stags horn sumach, velvet sumac