Corylus maxima 'Purpurea' Summer native species of maple traditionally

native species of maple traditionally used for hedgerows and informal hedging

Semi-clingstone

borders or why not as a focal point

mid green leaves in summer

has flowers of a rich red-purple and elegantly curved in bud

Corylus maxima 'Purpurea' Summer native species of maple traditionallyA very small upright tree or large shrub producing purple tinged catkins in late winter, followed by deep purple, heart shaped foliage in summer with curious and striking purple tinged fruit husks in late summer which ripen to edible hazelnuts by autumn. Ideal for chalky soils or sunny gardens with limited space; exposed or sheltered. Very hardy.