Purple Umbrella Hazel

Quite new to cultivation, bred in Hungary and quickly becoming a popular ornamental plant, Purple umbrella Hazel has lightly contorted weeping branches. In summer, young leaves are purple-red, while older leaves turn redish-green. In Autumn it has a quirky multi stemmed structure.

Site: Requires some shelter
Soil: Any well-drained soil, must not be too damp
Position: Best colour in full sun
Season of Interest: Summer foliage colour
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 6ft (2m) Spread: 3ft (1m)