The Wepster Filbert Hazelnut is a highly productive and flavorful variety, specifically bred for the chocolate and nut industry, with an early ripening period. It flowers from early to midseason. This vigorous, open-structured tree is fully resistant to blight, simple to maintain at around 10 feet in height, requires minimal training, and consistently delivers reliable yields.
Details
Botanical Name
Corylus avellana 'Wepster'
Common Name
Wepster Filbert Hazelnut
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
10 feet
Max Spread
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Nut
Edible Harvest Period
Late Summer to Early Fall
Edible Use
- Eating
- Baking
Fruit Colour
- Brown
Growing
Flowering Period
Spring
Moisture
Average
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
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