Cosford (Daviana group) (Hazelnut cultivar)

Climate

It prefers a cool temperate climate and can thrive at various altitudes.

Common Name

Cosford Hazelnut

Description

Cosford (Daviana group) is a hazelnut cultivar known for its prolific production of hardy catkins. It is a small shrub that starts producing nuts at just 2 years old. The moderate-sized nuts have a delicious nutty flavor, although they may tend to shrivel during storage.

Genus
Hazelnuts
Grouping
Nuts
Latin Name

Cosford (Daviana group)

Origin

Turkey

Other Relevant Information

- The Cosford (Daviana group) is known for its strong resistance to disease and pests. - It requires well-drained soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. - The plant reaches a height of about 8 to 10 feet at maturity. - It is a self-fertile cultivar, but cross-pollination can increase yields. - The nuts are typically harvested in late summer or early fall. - Cosford (Daviana group) hazelnuts are commonly used in baking, confectionery, and cooking.

Soil Preferences

- Well-draining soil - Loamy soil - Sandy soil - pH range: 6.0-7.5 - Moist soil

Specific species
Uses
Nuts
Suitability to cool temperate climate
High

A prolific producer of hardy catkins, this is a small shrub that starts to produce at 2 years old. A moderate sized nut with a good nutty flavoured kernel which tends to shrivel during storage.