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Description
Corylus Avellana Red Majestic, also known as Red Filbert, is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Betulaceae family. It is a cultivar of the common hazel and is native to Europe and Western Asia. The shrub can grow up to 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide. It has a rounded shape and produces red-purple leaves in the spring that change to a deep purple-red in summer and then to orange-yellow in the fall. The leaves are 2-5 inches long and 2-4 inches wide. In late winter or early spring, the shrub produces yellow catkins that turn into edible nuts in the fall.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Fagales |
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Corylus |
Appearance
Corylus Avellana Red Majestic is a beautiful shrub that adds a pop of color to any garden. Its leaves are red-purple in the spring, deep purple-red in the summer, and orange-yellow in the fall. The leaves are oval-shaped and have a serrated edge. The shrub has a rounded shape and can grow up to 10 feet tall and 8 feet wide. In late winter or early spring, the shrub produces yellow catkins that turn into edible nuts in the fall. The nuts are enclosed in a husk that splits open when they are ripe.
Care Guide
Corylus Avellana Red Majestic is a low-maintenance shrub that is easy to care for. Here are some tips for keeping your Red Filbert healthy:- Water: The shrub needs regular watering, especially during hot and dry weather. Water deeply once a week to encourage deep root growth.- Fertilization: Fertilize the shrub in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. Follow the instructions on the package for best results.- Soil: The shrub prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. If your soil is heavy, amend it with compost or peat moss to improve drainage.- Sunlight: The shrub prefers full sun to partial shade.- Hardiness Zones: Corylus Avellana Red Majestic is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Corylus Avellana Red Majestic is generally resistant to pests and diseases. However, it may be susceptible to the following:- Aphids: These small insects suck the sap from the leaves and can cause damage if left unchecked. Use insecticidal soap to control them.- Filbertworm: This pest feeds on the nuts and can cause significant damage. Use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) to control them.- Powdery mildew: This fungal disease can cause a white, powdery coating on the leaves. Use a fungicide to control it.
Habitat
Corylus Avellana Red Majestic is native to Europe and Western Asia. It prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The shrub prefers full sun to partial shade and is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Question and Answer
Q: When do the yellow catkins appear on the shrub?
A: The yellow catkins appear in late winter or early spring.
Q: Can the nuts be eaten?
A: Yes, the nuts are edible and enclosed in a husk that splits open when they are ripe.
Q: Is Corylus Avellana Red Majestic resistant to pests and diseases?
A: Yes, the shrub is generally resistant to pests and diseases.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Corylus Avellana Red Majestic?
A: The shrub is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Related Plants
– Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’- Corylus Avellana ‘Red Dragon’- Corylus Avellana ‘Webb’s Prize Cob’- Corylus Colurna ‘Te Terra Red’
References
– “Corylus Avellana Red Majestic.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b767.- “Corylus Avellana ‘Red Majestic’.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/139195/Corylus-avellana-Red-Majestic/Details.
