Aldara Hazelnut vs Swamp White Oak - TreeTime.ca

Aldara Hazelnut vs Swamp White Oak

Corylus heterophylla Het 3

Quercus bicolor

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Aldara Hazelnut
Swamp White Oak

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.

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.

Aldara Hazelnut Quick Facts

Swamp White Oak Quick Facts

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


Toxicity: mildly toxic to humans, cats, and dogs
Nuts: medium, 1.5cm diameter
Nuts: acorns
Hybrid: yes
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Other Names: bicolor oak