Bur Oak vs Aldara Hazelnut - TreeTime.ca

Bur Oak vs Aldara Hazelnut

Quercus macrocarpa

Corylus heterophylla Het 3

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Bur Oak
Aldara Hazelnut

Bur Oak has a wide distribution but is one of the only oaks that will grow well on the prairies. Bur Oak produces deeply lobed, dark green leaves that turn golden yellow to brown in the fall.

Its acorns are round and half enclosed by a mossy fringed cup.

Although slower growing, this long lived tree eventually becomes a popular large ornamental tree for driveways, parks, and the front of industrial buildings. Popular as a memorial or dedication tree.

Note: Most Oak species can be considered toxic for many animals.

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.

Bur Oak Quick Facts

Aldara Hazelnut Quick Facts

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Zone: 2b
Zone: 4a
Height: 20 m (66 ft)
Height: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Spread: 8 m (28 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: medium
Suckering: low
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: yellow to golden brown
Nuts: small acorns
Nuts: medium, 1.5cm diameter
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: yes
Catkins: yes


Native to: SK, MB, ON, QC, NB
Other Names: blue oak, burr oak, mossycup oak, scrub oak