If you take good care of it, a corkscrew hazelnut will stay with you for decades. You set the course for this lifelong friendship by choosing the ideal location. We have summarized all the important criteria for you here.
Which location is optimal for a corkscrew hazel?
The ideal location for a corkscrew hazel offers a sunny to partially shaded location, a slightly airy environment, nutrient-rich, warm soil and sufficient drainage. It should not be planted in compacted or acidic soil.
The corkscrew hazel wants this location
To provide a perfect home for a corkscrew hazelnut, look for a location in the garden with these characteristics:
- Sunny to semi-shady location
- Like to be surrounded by air so that rain-soaked leaves dry quickly
- Nutritious, warm soil
- Fresh-moist to moderately dry with good drainage
In a location with wet, compacted soil, a corkscrew hazel remains in deep growth depression. Likewise, the bizarre beauty of the wood falls far short of expectations if the site is dominated by an acidic pH value. In view of the long stay in the garden, we recommend carrying out a pH value test if in doubt. For cultivation in a pot, we recommend a structurally stable, high-quality plant soil (€12.00 on Amazon) with a pH value of around 7.0.
