Hazelnut

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