Description
The Cosford Hazel (Corylus avellana 'Cosford') is a highly valued fruit shrub thanks to its abundant harvest of elongated hazelnuts of excellent taste. These firm, aromatic nuts, harvested from September to late October, are prized for their delicate flavor and crunchy texture, perfect for fresh eating or baking.
Beyond its fruit value, this cultivar is also a hardy and ornamental shrub, able to withstand temperatures as low as –30 °C. Its rounded habit and bright green foliage make it an attractive feature in any orchard or country hedge. It is highly compatible with pollinators such as ‘Corabel’, ‘Nottingham’, ‘Longue d’Espagne’, ‘Ennis’, ‘Butler’, ‘Merveille de Bollwiller’, and ‘Webb’s Prize Cob’, ensuring regular and generous fruiting. Combining productivity, rusticity and superior nut quality, Corylus avellana 'Cosford' is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable and tasty hazelnuts.
Geographic origin: Native to Europe and Asia Minor, cultivated since antiquity. ‘Cosford’ originated from British horticultural selections.
Botanical family: Betulaceae.
Notable features: Famous for its superior nut quality and heavy yields. Extremely hardy.
Description: Deciduous shrub, bushy habit, catkins in winter, elongated and aromatic nuts in clusters.
Flowering time: February – March.
Flowers: Yellow male catkins, tiny red-tipped female flowers.
Fruits: Elongated hazelnuts, firm and aromatic, harvested September – October.
Ecological role: Early pollen source and shelter for small fauna.
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
Soil type: Fertile, well-drained, neutral to calcareous.
Soil preparation: Enrich with compost, mulch to conserve moisture.
Spacing: 4 to 5 meters for cross-pollination.
Soil nature: Neutral to calcareous, fertile, deep.
At planting: Regular watering during establishment.
Maturity: Drought tolerant, additional watering in summer improves fruit set.
When and how: After harvest, remove dead or old wood. Thin every 3–4 years.
Methods: Layering, suckers, grafting.
Ideal location: Orchard, as a solitary shrub, or in mixed hedgerows.
Recommended associations: Apple, pear, plum, or other hazelnuts.
Hazelnuts have been eaten since antiquity, fresh, roasted or in baking. Wood used for tool handles and weaving.
Susceptibilities: Hazelnut weevil, aphids, mildew.
Prevention: Collect fallen nuts, encourage biodiversity, use natural sprays.
Plant with pollinators, protect young plants from wind, mulch base, avoid stagnant water.
‘Cosford’ stands out for its elongated, aromatic nuts with excellent flavor and consistent productivity. Its cold hardiness and reliable yields make it one of the most trusted cultivars for home orchards.
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