Click here for Filbert Care Guide Corylus avellana x Americana OSU – Hazelnut Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Filberts (Hazelnuts) to California, Oregon. This is a cross between ‘Sacajawea’ and OSU 616.055. The tree is known for its high yield, producing mostly round, medium to large kernels with outstanding flavor. It has a vigorous, upright growth habit with slight spreading. Additionally, it has a high level of tolerance to Eastern Filbert Blight. Pollination:Pollinators include Grand Traverse, Somerset, Raritan and The Beast. Nut Drop:Occurs from the end of August to the first week of September in New Jersey. Zones:Best suited for Zones 5-8. Plant Characteristics: Pest Resistance: Very good Disease Resistance: Excellent (high tolerance to Eastern Filbert Blight) Drought Tolerance: Good Heat Tolerance: Good Humidity Tolerance: Very good Sun Tolerance: Very good Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair Shade Tolerance: Fair Salt Tolerance: Poor Deer Resistance: Fair No-Spray Suitability: Good Thorns: No Soil Type: Well-drained Edible Type: Nut Self-Fertile: No (requires a pollinator) This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome
