Common Caragana vs Aldara Hazelnut - TreeTime.ca

Common Caragana vs Aldara Hazelnut

Caragana arborescens

Corylus heterophylla Het 3

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Common Caragana
Aldara Hazelnut

Common Caragana is a fast growing shrub that's known for its exceptional hardiness and drought tolerance. Although it's most commonly planted in shelterbelts, Common Caragana is also an excellent hedge or feature shrub.

Note: in warmer areas, this species can be difficult to contain once planted. Use the right plant in the right place.

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.

Common Caragana Quick Facts

Aldara Hazelnut Quick Facts

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Zone: 1b
Zone: 4a
Height: 4 m (13 ft)
Height: 2.7 m (9 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Spread: 2.4 m (8 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: low
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium


Flowers: yellow, in spring
Fruit: pod like fruits
Nuts: medium, 1.5cm diameter
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: yes
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes

In row spacing: 0.3 m (1.0 ft)

Between row spacing: 5 m (16 ft)
Other Names: black karagana, caragana, pea tree, siberian pea shrub, yellow acacia