Corylus Maxima 'Purpurea' - Purple Filbert Hazelnut Shrub | Hardy Deciduous with Edible Nuts | Vibrant Purple Foliage & Golden Catkins | - 2X 3 Litre Potted Plant by Thompson & Morgan

• Golden yellow catkins create beautiful winter silhouettes.
• Purple, heart-shaped leaves provide colourful spring and summer interest.
• Produces tubular husks around tasty, edible hazelnuts.
• Minimal care required once established.

Corylus maxima 'Purpurea,' commonly known as the Purple Filbert, is a captivating deciduous shrub that adds year-round interest to any garden. Starting in February, this hardy shrub showcases golden yellow catkins that dangle gracefully from its bare branches, creating striking winter silhouettes. As spring arrives, the shrub's purple, heart-shaped foliage emerges, providing a vivid splash of colour. By summer, tubular husks form around the edible nuts, making this plant not only ornamental but also productive. Perfect for cottage gardens and woodland areas, Corylus maxima 'Purpurea' thrives in full sun, where its coloured foliage is most vibrant. This versatile plant adapts well to fertile, well-drained soils and can tolerate alkaline conditions, making it ideal for various garden settings. With minimal maintenance required once established, this shrub is a beautiful and practical addition to your outdoor space. Growing Instructions Light: Grow in full sun for vibrant foliage; tolerates semi-shade. Temperature: Hardy and adaptable to various climates; protect from extreme cold. Watering: Water regularly until established; reduce once mature. Feeding: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Humidity: Prefers average garden humidity; ensure good drainage. Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g., deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.