Corylus avellana 'Red Majestic' - 5 litre

Common name: Purple corkscrew hazel

Description: A deciduous shrub with strongly twisted, contorted branches clothed in rich purple leaves, and purple-tinged catkins in late winter - combining striking winter structure with colourful summer foliage.

Other benefits: Unique combination of purple foliage and contorted winter stems; good as a specimen or for cut stems.

Wildlife attraction: Catkins provide an early pollen source for bees.

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 2.5-3m x 2.5-3m

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Soil pH: Neutral; chalky; clay

Moisture: Moist but well-drained

Winter hardiness: Fully hardy (RHS H6)