American Hazelnut – Corylus americana 16 Seeds | Hardy Native Shrub | Edible Nut Producer Fast Growing | Wildlife Friendly | Cold Hardy Hedge Plant

Grow your own nutritious, flavorful nuts with these 16 American Hazelnut (Corylus americana) seeds. Native to Eastern North America, this hardy and adaptable shrub is prized for its edible nuts, ornamental value, and importance to wildlife.

American Hazelnut is a rounded, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub that typically grows 8–16 feet tall. In early spring, attractive yellow-brown male catkins appear, followed by small red female flowers. By mid to late summer, plants produce sweet, egg-shaped nuts enclosed in leafy husks. The flavor is similar to European filberts and excellent for roasting, baking, or fresh eating.

Fall foliage can display beautiful shades of orange, red, rose, and yellow. This plant spreads naturally, making it ideal for hedgerows, windbreaks, naturalized areas, edible landscapes, and wildlife gardens.

For best nut production, plant at least two shrubs for cross-pollination.

You will receive seeds similar in size and quality to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 16 American Hazelnut seeds
✔️ Fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Seeds are not pretreated

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: American Hazelnut, Filbert
Botanical Name: Corylus americana
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Average, medium, well-drained soil
Watering: Medium; moderate drought tolerance once established
Mature Height: 10–16 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: Best suited for in-ground planting

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Warm stratify for 30 days, then cold stratify for 90–120 days at approximately 40°F. Sow 1 inch deep and keep soil moist (not waterlogged) during germination.