Andrew Hazelnut vs Swamp White Oak - TreeTime.ca

Andrew Hazelnut vs Swamp White Oak

Quercus bicolor

Corylus heterophylla Het 1

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Swamp White Oak
Andrew Hazelnut

The Swamp White Oak is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to North America. It is commonly found in swamps, lowlands, floodplains, and near streams and lakes. The leaves are two-toned, green on top and silvery-white on the undersides, adding to the visual appeal of this popular shade tree.

In the fall, the Swamp White Oak produces acorns which are an important food source for wildlife. It also provides a habitat for the larvae of many butterfly and moth species, playing an important ecological role. Although its growth is slow in the first few years, once the roots are established, it can achieve faster annual growth.

Andrew Hazelnut is a northern cultivar that is grown specifically for its cold hardiness. Typically, hazelnuts produce smaller nuts in colder climates, but for Andrew Hazelnut, this is not the case.

This hybrid variety is incredibly productive, growing medium sized nuts that ripen in late August. Pair with another Andrew or Aldara Hazelnut for cross pollination to occur.

The edible nuts can be eaten fresh, used in baking, and will make a beautiful hedge. Andrew Hazelnut is also eastern filbert blight resistant.

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

Swamp White Oak Quick Facts

Andrew Hazelnut Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 4a
Height: 15 m (50 ft)
Height: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade
Moisture: normal, wet
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium

Toxicity: mildly toxic to humans, cats, and dogs

Nuts: acorns
Nuts: medium, 2cm diameter
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes


Native to: ON, QC
Other Names: bicolor oak