American Hazelnut Shrub Growth
American Hazelnut Shrub features a natural look, dense habit and wonderful warm woodland beauty. The shrub features rounded, multi-stemmed growth. Branches emerge from the base of the shrub and reach outward. Fully developed shrubs have many branches that form a thick mound with a nice shape. Overall the shrub looks full and casual. As the shrub ages it only gets thicker and maintains a nice rounded outline. Branch tips and foliage fill in giving the shrub great density. The foliage on it is medium in texture and fairly large. The lush green leaves create a hearty and attractive plant throughout the season. It feel substantial but inviting. The rounded habit and fullness allow them to work well in a variety of settings from modern open landscapes to those with a more natural theme. They work great as specimen plants or blended into your landscape.
American Hazelnut Shrub Growing Conditions
Prefers full sun to part shade. Thrives with access to sunlight during the day. Performs best when there is some sun. They tend to grow evenly and maintain a great shape with plenty of sun. Prefers moist but well-drained soils. Soil should be able to absorb water and allow excess water to drain through. This shrub enjoys wet feet during the growing season and this will promote even growth. Appreciates open and airy spaces. Plants maintain good airflow and do not become too congested with space to breathe. Seems to grow at a consistent rate and only gets stronger with each year in your landscape.
American Hazelnut Shrub Landscape Uses
Great plant for adding thickness, texture and a natural feel to the landscape. The thick branching habit of it makes it suitable for informal screening, shrub borders and mixed shrub plantings. Planting in groupings will allow it to create a lush and established feel. It is great planted with other natives or small trees. Also fair used in perennial gardens or mixed borders. Adds width to the landscape and helps to anchor in place making your landscape feel complete. Fits perfectly into cottage style landscapes or those that seek a more relaxed feel but maintain structure.
American Hazelnut Shrub Year Round Interest
American hazelnut shrubs are a great choice if you love watching your landscape grow and mature. They have good repeat appeal because as they get older they only get thicker and full. Seasonal color and texture changes bring interest while plant maintains a healthy appearance. Enjoy watching this shrub develop stronger each year and provide structure to your landscape.
