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Corylus avellana 'Contorta' (Corkscrew hazel)
Other names: Harry Lauder's walking stick, Twisted hazel
C. avellana 'Contorta' is a deciduous shrub grown for its eye-catching, contorted and twisted stems. Foliage is also distorted and may be considered ugly. In late winter and early spring, long, yellow male catkins are produced on the bare stems. Stems are good for flower arranging.
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4m max. spread |
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4m max. height |
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10-20 years to maturity |
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