Corylus Avellana 'Contorta' - Crazy Filbert

Crazy Filbert

Approximate Sizing
25cm Pot - NA
33cm Pot - 70cm Tall Bushy
40cm Pot - NA
50cm Pot - NA

About the Crazy Filbert:
Variety: Corylus Avellana 'Contorta' - Crazy Filbert
Full Size: Reaches up to 2-3 metres in height, with a spread of 2-3 metres.
Foliage: Deciduous, featuring rounded, deep green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. Its twisted, contorted branches provide year-round interest, especially in winter.

Why Choose the Crazy Filbert?

Key Features:

• Unique Twisted Branches: The Crazy Filbert is famous for its corkscrew-like, twisted branches that create a stunning architectural form, offering interest even in winter when the tree is bare.

• Seasonal Foliage: The deep green leaves provide a lush, dense appearance during spring and summer, transitioning to a vibrant yellow in autumn, adding seasonal colour to the landscape.

• Moderate Growth Habit: With a height and spread of 2-3 metres, this variety is perfect for smaller gardens or as a focal point in larger spaces, offering structure and texture to any garden design.

• Winter Interest: Even when leafless, the contorted branches remain a point of fascination, making the Crazy Filbert a great choice for adding winter interest to the garden.

• Low-Maintenance: The Crazy Filbert thrives in well-drained soil and can tolerate a variety of soil conditions, requiring minimal care while offering year-round appeal.