Corylus avel Red Dragon BF #7
Corylus avel Red Dragon BF #7
Red Dragon Contorted European Filbert
Burgundy foliage and contorted branches
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Red Dragon holds the burgundy foliage throughout the summer. The only pruning needed is to remove straight-growing suckers. If pollinated, will produce small edible nuts. Excellent summer and winter interest.
Botanical Name- Corylus avellana 'Red Dragon'
Pronunciation- KOR-ih-lus av-eh-LAH-nuh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width- 8 ft
Mature Height- 10 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Prefers a rich, well-drained soil.
Current Size- #7
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Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Fire Chief' (dark red synergy, partial shade)
Fauna Attracted- Seed/nut-eating birds (jays, woodpeckers), pollen for early insects
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C12
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove suckers and crossing branches in late winter; keep moist in dry spells.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old stems and promote fresh growth.
Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around the root zone to ensure strong, healthy growth.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone
Possible Issues- Eastern filbert blight, aphids
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