Newly released variety from New Jersey with resistance to multiple strains of Eastern Filbert Blight. The Beast Hazelnut is a very vigorous selection, high yielding of good quality round nuts for the kernel market. Hardy variety best suited to Eastern and Midwestern states. Cross pollinates with Grand Traverse Hazelnut.
ZONE: 5-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Early-mid season. Cross pollinates with Grand Traverse Hazelnut.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, mildly acidic soils and good drainage. Can be trained as standard with single stem, or allowed to grow as bush and sucker freely.
CHILL HOURS: Medium-high: 800 - 1000 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. Excellent resistance to Eastern Filbert Blight.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 15-20 ft
RESTRICTIONS: CAN NOT SHIP TO OR
