Corylus avellana ‘Roodpit Lambertsnoot’ Care Guide

Corylus avellana ‘Roodpit Lambertsnoot’ is a traditional hazel cultivar valued for its delicious edible nuts and attractive growth habit. A deciduous shrub or small tree, it produces catkins in late winter, lush green foliage in spring, and clusters of tasty nuts in autumn. The variety ‘Roodpit Lambertsnoot’ is noted for reliable cropping and good flavour, making it a popular choice for home orchards, wildlife gardens, and edible landscapes. Supplied at 80–100 cm in height, these young plants are ready to establish and grow into productive, long-lived features in the garden.

Planting & Position

Choosing the right site ensures healthy growth and abundant nut production.

• Light requirements:

  • Best grown in full sun, though it tolerates partial shade.

  • A sunny site promotes better flowering and nut set.

• Soil:

  • Prefers fertile, moist, well-drained soils.

  • Grows well in loam, clay, or sandy soils if not waterlogged.

  • Neutral to slightly alkaline pH is ideal.

• Planting time:

  • Plant in autumn or spring, when soil is workable and not frozen.

• Spacing:

  • Allow at least 3–4 m between plants for good air circulation and nut development.

• Pollination:

  • Hazel is wind-pollinated and generally produces more nuts when grown with another hazel variety nearby.

  • Though partly self-fertile, cross-pollination increases yields.

• Position tips:

  • Ideal for orchards, hedgerows, or as a specimen in larger gardens.

  • Can also be trained as a multi-stemmed shrub or coppiced.

Care & Maintenance

Once established, hazels are hardy and long-lived, requiring only moderate care.

• Watering:

  • Water regularly in the first year, especially during dry spells.

  • Established plants are fairly drought-tolerant but benefit from occasional deep watering in prolonged dry weather.

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced fertiliser or compost mulch in spring to encourage strong growth and nut production.

• Pruning:

  • Minimal pruning required if grown as a natural shrub.

  • For nut production, thin crowded stems in late winter to improve air flow.

  • Can be coppiced every few years for fresh stems, if desired, while still producing nuts.

• Pests & diseases:

  • Generally robust, but may occasionally be affected by aphids or hazel leaf spot.

  • Squirrels and birds may take nuts before harvest—netting may be needed.

• Hardiness:

  • Fully hardy across the UK and Ireland.

  • Tolerates frost, wind, and a wide range of conditions.

Design Uses & Seasonal Interest

‘Roodpit Lambertsnoot’ is both ornamental and productive, adding year-round value to the garden.

• Seasonal interest:

  • Winter: Long yellow catkins provide early-season interest and pollen for wildlife.

  • Spring–Summer: Bright green foliage creates a lush backdrop.

  • Autumn: Clusters of edible hazelnuts ripen, and leaves turn golden before falling.

• Edible use:

  • Produces reliable crops of flavourful nuts, perfect for eating fresh, roasting, or baking.

• Wildlife value:

  • Catkins provide early pollen for bees.

  • Nuts feed birds and small mammals.

  • Dense branches offer nesting cover for birds.

• Garden design:

  • Attractive as a specimen tree, in mixed hedgerows, or in an orchard setting.

  • Suits naturalistic, wildlife-friendly, or edible gardens.

In summary: Corylus avellana ‘Roodpit Lambertsnoot’ is a hardy, attractive hazel cultivar that combines ornamental beauty with productive harvests. Easy to grow in most soils and climates, it requires only light pruning, spring feeding, and regular watering when young. Over time, it will reward you with decorative catkins, autumn nuts, and valuable wildlife habitat—making it a long-term investment in both beauty and bounty for your garden.

• Size
  80-100 CM C5

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