Harry Lauder's Walking Stick, Twist
Corylus Avellana 'Contorta'
Overview
Corylus avellana 'Contorta,' popularly known as Harry Lauder's Walking Stick, adds whimsy with its contorted branches. This deciduous shrub, maxing out at approximately 10 feet in height and spread, showcases twisted foliage and catkins. Ideal for focal points, it thrives in USDA zones 4-8 in well-drained soil, full sun to partial shade. Benefits include low maintenance and winter interest, though it’s susceptible to filbert blight and Japanese beetles.
Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 4–10Climate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low, Very Low
- USDA zones
- 4–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Family
- Betulaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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