Hardy Northern Germany origin, considered a suitable pollinator for any other hazelnut variety. Halles Giant Hazelnut produces a large attractive nut of good quality. With moderate resistance to Eastern Filbert Blight. Zone 4-8.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Known as a "universal pollinator", similar to Yamhill.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 1/2 sun, balanced moisture, mildly acidic soils and good drainage, but will tolerate clay soils. Can be trained as standard with single stem, or allowed to grow as bush and sucker freely.
CHILL HOURS: 800 – 1000 chill hours below 45°F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Below average.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 10-12 Ft
RESTRICTIONS: CAN NOT BE SHIPPED TO OR