Purple Leaved Filbert
Corylus maxima 'Purpurea'
Genus: Corylus
Species: maxima
Cultivar: 'Purpurea'
The Greek translation of the word Corylus relates to the hood like structure of sepals that surround the hazelnuts.
Category: Shrubs
Height: 5.00 m (500 cm)
Spread: 5.00 m (500 cm)
Form: Shrub
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Soil Type: Nutritious, well drained
Drought Tolerance: Drought tolerant (when established)
This deciduous shrub has large, dark purple leaves. Purple tinged catkins are produced in spring. The husks of the edible, nuts are also tinged purple. It is best to grow Corylus maxima ‘Purpurea’ in full sun to maintain the leaf colour.
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