{"product_id":"corylus-avellana-contorta","title":"Corylus avellana 'Contorta' (Líska zakroucená, Kudrnatá líska)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCorylus avellana 'Contorta', also known as twisted hazel or dwarf twisted hazel, is a decorative variety of the common hazel (Corylus avellana). It is an ornamental plant valued for its unusually twisted and contorted branches, as well as for its early spring flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize and shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: This hazel variety grows slowly and reaches a height and width of about 2.5-4 meters. The branches are twisted and contorted in an attractive way, giving the plant an interesting sculptural appearance, especially during winter when the leaves have fallen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: The plant blooms early in spring, before the leaves appear. The flowers are elongated and yellow-green in color, known as \"catkins.\" The male catkins are longer and more visible, while the female catkins are smaller and less noticeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Corylus avellana 'Contorta' produces hazelnuts, like the common hazel. The nuts are relatively small, round, and dark brown, protected by a leafy bract. However, fruit production is often limited compared to other Corylus avellana cultivars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e: Corylus avellana 'Contorta' grows best in fertile, well-drained soils and in full sun or partial shade. The plant is hardy to low temperatures and adapts to a variety of growing conditions. It withstands temperatures down to -35°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Due to its unusual appearance, Corylus avellana 'Contorta' is suitable to be planted as a focal point in gardens or combined with other ornamental plants. It is also suitable for themed gardens, gardens with woody structures, or as a point of interest during winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 50 cm\u003cbr\u003ePot diameter: 20 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46716778578246,"sku":null,"price":334.0,"currency_code":"CZK","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/corylus-avellana-contorta.jpg?v=1683286488","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-cz\/products\/corylus-avellana-contorta","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}