Japanese Hazel
Corylus sieboldiana
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Pl. 5044 — Corylus sieboldiana
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IOverview
Overview
Japanese Hazel (Corylus sieboldiana) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the eastern Asian regions including Amur, Chita, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, and Primorye. This plant thrives in moist conditions with light to partial sun exposure, making it adaptable to various soil types ranging from sandy to clay. Known for its edible seeds, Japanese Hazel is a valuable addition to gardens or landscapes due to its ornamental value as well. One distinctive feature of this plant is its ability to grow up to 5 meters tall and its adaptability to different climates within its native range.
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What is Japanese Hazel?
Japanese Hazel (Corylus sieboldiana) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the eastern Asian regions including Amur, Chita, Inner Mongolia, Japan, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, and Primorye.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Japanese Hazel thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 5-9 and grows up to 5 meters tall. Propagate through seeds for new plants. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist but avoid overwatering.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
5-9
Mature size
5.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Japanese Hazel for the first time
8steps
Start with planting Japanese Hazel in a sunny spot and follow these steps for success.
- 1
What you'll need
Japanese Hazel saplings, garden gloves, spade or trowel.
- 2
Best time to plant
Plant in early spring or late autumn when the soil is workable and temperatures are mild.
- 3
Soil and container prep
Ensure the soil is well-draining with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5; amend as needed.
- 4
Sowing or transplanting
Transplant saplings from containers into your garden, spacing them about 3-4 meters apart.
- 5
First two weeks
Water the newly planted Japanese Hazel regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
- 6
Ongoing care
Provide full sun or partial shade; water deeply once a week, especially during dry spells. Mulch around the base for moisture retention.
- 7
Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter to early spring before new growth starts to maintain shape and remove dead branches.
- 8
Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in heavy clay soil, neglecting winter protection in colder zones.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Seed
Edible uses: Oil
Other uses:oil
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
8 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
8 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 8 native
Asia3 regions
native (3)ChinaJapanSouth Korea
Broader regions
native:Amur, Chita, Khabarovsk, Primorye
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