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Corylus maxima 'Purpurea'

  • Shrub
  • 180 cm-2 m high
  • Purple flowers
  • Red to purple foliage
  • Notable autumn colour

Garden use

Use

Solitary Small groups Large groups

For wildlife and biodiversity

For bees

Ornamental value and special features

Autumn colour

Planting density

Plant about 3 - 5 plants per m²

Characteristics

Height 180 - 200 cm
Flower colour Violet
Leaf colour Brown-red, Green
Growth habit Wide, Ascending
Hardiness down to about -30°C

Site conditions

Light Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade
Moisture Average, Moist

Botanical information

Botanical name Corylus maxima 'Purpurea'
Genus Corylus
Family Betulaceae
Common names NL: hazelaar
Origin Hybrid
Corylus
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