Hazelnut

Photo from: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/corylus-avellana/

Available at the Emerson and McClanahan Food Forests

Important Facts

• High in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals
• Can decrease fat levels and blood pressure

Harvest and Use

• Harvest begins in Fall
• Nuts are brown when ripe
• Popularly used for cooking pastries and other dessert items