Corylus avellana - Hazel

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20-40cm-1+0-UK405-UK 25 £1.10 £0.92 46%
20-40cm-1+0-UK405-UK 100 £0.96 £0.80 53%
20-40cm-1+0-UK405-UK 500 £0.90 £0.75 56%
20-40cm-1+0-UK405-UK 1000 £0.80 £0.67 61%
40-60cm-1+0-UK405-UK 25 £1.66 £1.38 46%
40-60cm-1+0-UK405-UK 100 £1.44 £1.20 53%
40-60cm-1+0-UK405-UK 500 £1.36 £1.13 56%
40-60cm-1+0-UK405-UK 1000 £1.20 £1.00 61%
40-60cm-1+1-Unspecified-NL 25 £1.82 £1.52 46%
40-60cm-1+1-Unspecified-NL 100 £1.58 £1.32 53%
40-60cm-1+1-Unspecified-NL 500 £1.49 £1.24 56%
40-60cm-1+1-Unspecified-NL 1000 £1.32 £1.10 61%
40-60cm-1u1-UK405-UK 25 £1.88 £1.57 46%
40-60cm-1u1-UK405-UK 100 £1.63 £1.36 53%
40-60cm-1u1-UK405-UK 500 £1.54 £1.28 56%
40-60cm-1u1-UK405-UK 1000 £1.36 £1.13 61%
60-80cm-1u1-UK405-UK 25 £2.40 £2.00 46%
60-80cm-1u1-UK405-UK 100 £2.08 £1.73 53%
60-80cm-1u1-UK405-UK 500 £1.96 £1.63 56%
60-80cm-1u1-UK405-UK 1000 £1.73 £1.44 61%
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UK405
UK
2.05 1.71
1.10 0.92
0.96 0.80
0.90 0.75
0.80 0.67
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40-60cm
1+0
UK405
UK
3.08 2.57
1.66 1.38
1.44 1.20
1.36 1.13
1.20 1.00
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40-60cm
1+1
Unspecified
NL
3.40 2.83
1.82 1.52
1.58 1.32
1.49 1.24
1.32 1.10
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40-60cm
1u1
UK405
UK
3.49 2.91
1.88 1.57
1.63 1.36
1.54 1.28
1.36 1.13
Sold in multiples of 25
60-80cm
1u1
UK405
UK
4.45 3.71
2.40 2.00
2.08 1.73
1.96 1.63
1.73 1.44
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Planting Fertilisers & Additives

We offer a range of planting fertilisers and additives, to boost growth and increase survival rates.

Boost growth with Rootgrow

Native to Britain, Hazel is an attractive, fast-growing multi-stemmed shrub or small tree whose large yellow catkins in February give the first inkling that spring is on its way. With a good rounded shape, and handsome leaves with yellow autumn colour, it is a versatile plant which can be used in a variety of ways. It has excellent wildlife value, and is planted commercially for its nut harvest in autumn.

Site and soil

Hazel will do well in most soils. It tolerates shade well and is often planted as an under-storey to oaks in woodland. Will cope well on coastal sites.

Height and spread

Below are the approximate stages of growth, assuming sited in suitable conditions for this species;

After 10 years: 4m x 2m 
After 20 years: 6m x 4m

Leaf and bark

The leaves are large and heart-shaped, with a sharply pointed tip. They are mid green, toothed and coarsely hairy; they turn yellow in autumn. The bark is a shiny grey-brown, peeling off in flakes.

Flower, seed and fruit

The male flowers are yellow catkins, to 6cm long, produced in early February. The female flowers are inconspicuous short red tufts. The shiny brown nuts ripen in September and are produced in small clusters; each nut is held within a green husk.

Uses

Hazel is one of the most important woody plants for coppicing. It can also be used for hedges and screens, as part of woodland under-storey, or grown as a single-stemmed small tree. The flexible coppiced stems are used for thatching spars, making woven screens and fencing, and in the past were used for making wattle and daub walls. Hazel rods are used for water divining. The foliage was once used as fodder for cattle. Hazelnuts are grown commercially for use in various food products; they are a good source of protein.

Wildlife

Although hazel catkins are wind-pollinated, they are a source of early pollen for bees. The larvae of several species of moths and butterflies feed on the leaves and twigs, and small mammals and large birds eat the nuts. Coppicing hazel in woodlands allows wild flowers like bluebells to thrive beneath the trees.

The main reasons for buying protection is to protect the plants against:

  • Pests
  • Spraying
  • Strimming

Pests

When it comes to deciding what protection to choose the golden rule is to choose the product dependent on which pest you are protecting against. The below will help you in deciding what height of protection you will need.

Vole Rabbit Hare Roe Deer/Muntjac Fallow Deer
Vole, Mice
20cm
Rabbit
60cm
Hare
75cm
Roe Deer, Muntjac
1.20m
Fallow Deer
1.50m
Pest & Minimum Protection Height Protection Type
Where more than one size is listed, the wider diameter protection is recommended for taller, bushier plants.
Support Required
Taller support is recommended for use in sandier, lighter soils and wider/stronger support should be used at exposed sites.
Vole
Vole, Mice
20cm
Vole Guard
20cm
None required
Pest & Minimum Protection Height Protection Type
Where more than one size is listed, the wider diameter protection is recommended for taller, bushier plants.
Support Required
Taller support is recommended for use in sandier, lighter soils and wider/stronger support should be used at exposed sites.
Sorted by price; lowest to highest
Rabbit
Rabbit
60cm
Spiral Guard
60cm x 38mm, 60cm x 50mm
Bamboo Cane
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs or 14-16lbs
Tubex Easywrap
60cm x 50-65mm
Bamboo Cane
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs or 14-16lbs
Mesh Guard with Spray Shield
60cm x 130mm
2 x Bamboo Canes
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs or 14-16lbs
Tubex Fruitwrap
60cm x 65-80mm
Bamboo Cane
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs or 14-16lbs
Tubex Ecostart
60cm x 57-73cm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Tubex Tree Shelter
60cm x 73-105mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Tubex Shelterguard Mesh Tube
60cm x 80-110mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Tubex Treeguard Mesh Tube
60cm x 80-110mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Tubex Shrub Shelter
60cm x 130-160mm, 60cm x 144-200mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Tubex Shrub Shelterguard Mesh Tube
60cm x 130-160mm, 60cm x 170-200mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Tubex Treeguard Mesh Tube for Shrubs
60cm x 130-160mm, 60cm x 170-200mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
75cm x 25mm, 75cm x 32mm
Pest & Minimum Protection Height Protection Type
Where more than one size is listed, the wider diameter protection is recommended for taller, bushier plants.
Support Required
Taller support is recommended for use in sandier, lighter soils and wider/stronger support should be used at exposed sites.
Sorted by price; lowest to highest
Hare
Hare
75cm
Tubex Easywrap
75cm x 50-65mm
Bamboo Cane
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs, 14-16lbs or 1.20m x 20-22lbs
Spiral Guard
75cm x 50mm
Bamboo Cane
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs, 14-16lbs or 1.20m x 20-22lbs
Tubex Fruitwrap
75cm x 65-80mm
Bamboo Cane
90cm x 9-11lbs, 12-14lbs, 14-16lbs or 1.20m x 20-22lbs
Tubex Ecostart
75cm x 57-73mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
90cm x 25mm, 90cm x 32mm
Tubex Tree Shelter
75cm x 73-105mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
90cm x 25mm, 90cm x 32mm
Tubex Combitube
75cm x 73-105mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
90cm x 25mm, 90cm x 32mm
Tubex Shelterguard Mesh Tube
90cm x 80-110mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
90cm x 25mm, 90cm x 32mm
Tubex Treeguard Mesh Tube
75cm x 80-110mm, 90cm x 80-110mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
90cm x 25mm, 90cm x 32mm
Tubex Shrub Shelter
75cm x 130-160mm, 75cm x 144-200mm
Square Sawn Tree Stake
90cm x 25mm, 90cm x 32mm
Pest & Minimum Protection Height Protection Type
Where more than one size is listed, the wider diameter protection is recommended for taller, bushier plants.
Support Required
Taller support is recommended for use in sandier, lighter soils and wider/stronger support should be used at exposed sites.
Sorted by price; lowest to highest
Roe Deer/Muntjac
Roe Deer/Muntjac
1.20m
Tubex Tree Shelter*
1.20m x 73-105mm, 1.20m x 80-120mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.20m x 32mm, 1.35m x 32mm
Tubex Combitube*
1.20m x 73-105mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.20m x 32mm, 1.35m x 32mm
Tubex Shelterguard Mesh Tube*
1.20m x 80-110mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.20m x 32mm, 1.35m x 32mm
Tubex Treeguard Mesh Tube*
1.20m x 80-110mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.20m x 32mm, 1.35m x 32mm
Galvanised Mesh Tree Guard*
1.20m x 300mm
*Not recommended for this species
Machine Rounded Tree Stake
1.20m x 50mm, 1.50m x 50mm
Pest & Minimum Protection Height Protection Type
Where more than one size is listed, the wider diameter protection is recommended for taller, bushier plants.
Support Required
Taller support is recommended for use in sandier, lighter soils and wider/stronger support should be used at exposed sites.
Sorted by price; lowest to highest
Fallow DeerFallow Deer
1.50m
Tubex Tree Shelter*
1.50m x 80-120mm, 1.80m x 80-120mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.50m x 32mm, 1.80m x 32mm
Tubex Combitube*
1.50m x 80-120mm, 1.80m x 80-120mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.50m x 32mm, 1.80m x 32mm
Tubex Shelterguard Mesh Tube*
1.50m x 80-110mm, 1.80m x 80-110mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.50m x 32mm, 1.80m x 32mm
Tubex Treeguard Mesh Tube*
1.50m x 80-110mm, 1.80m x 80-110mm
*Not recommended for this species
Square Sawn Tree Stake
1.50m x 32mm, 1.80m x 32mm
Galvanised Mesh Tree Guard*
1.80m x 300mm, 1.80m x 600mm
*Not recommended for this species
Machine Rounded Tree Stake
1.80m x 60mm

Spraying

Tubex tree shelters offer the benefit of not only protecting against animal damage, they also ensure that herbicides do not come into contact with the plants during spraying.

The main reason for spraying is weed control, however, there are other options available to suppress weeds, such as weed control matting.

Strimming

Young plants should be protected from damage caused when strimming. To protect plants solely for strimming, our strimmer guards are the ideal product.

Planting

More commonly used as part of a mixed species within a native hawthorn hedge.

New hedgerows should be planted in two staggered rows 30cm apart.

We recommend a minimum of 5 plants per metre.

Aftercare

Coppicing is carried out over winter. Hazel hedges should be trimmed after flowering in March.

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