- Unmatched ornamental value – discovered in a hedge in the 1800s.
- Most popular for its contorted branches that twist and corkscrew in spirals providing year-round interest – prized for flower arrangements.
- Particular interest in winter, when leaves do not disguise the interesting form. Also known as “Harry Lauder’s Walking Stick” – after an old-time comedian (see images)
- Perfect for small gardens and grows no more than 4x4m
- Colour changing, heart-shaped foliage, and long yellow catkins from winter to spring
- Buttery yellow foliage appears in spring, turning green throughout the summer before turning yellow again in the Autumn
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel | Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’
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60 reviews for Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel | Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’
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Emily Johnson –
The Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its twisted branches create a unique focal point, and it’s thriving in well-drained soil.
Michael Brown –
I love the quirky look of this plant! It’s a conversation starter in my yard, though it took a bit longer to establish than I expected.
Sarah Lee –
This plant is absolutely beautiful. It’s perfect for adding texture to my winter garden. Highly recommend!
David Carter –
The Corkscrew Hazel is quite unique, but it requires careful placement to prevent overcrowding. Overall, I’m satisfied with its growth.
Laura Martinez –
I bought this for its distinctive appearance, and it hasn’t disappointed. It’s low-maintenance and adds character to my garden.
James Wilson –
Great plant, but it’s a bit slow-growing. Patience is key with this one, but it’s worth the wait.
Olivia White –
This plant is a showstopper! Its twisted branches are fascinating, and it’s easy to care for. A must-have for any garden.
Daniel Green –
The Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ is a unique addition to my landscape. It’s healthy and thriving, though it needs some space to spread.
Sophia Harris –
I’m in love with this plant! It’s so distinctive and adds a touch of whimsy to my garden. Highly recommend it.
Ryan Adams –
This plant is interesting, but it’s not as hardy as I hoped. It struggles in colder climates, so keep that in mind.
Grace Thompson –
The Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful plant, but it needs regular pruning to maintain its best shape. Overall, I’m happy with it.
Emily Johnson –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its twisted branches add a unique architectural element that’s especially striking in winter. The plant arrived healthy and well-packaged, and it’s been thriving in my yard with minimal care. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add some whimsy to their landscape!
Michael Thompson –
I’ve been searching for a Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for a while, and this one from Roots Plants did not disappoint. The contorted branches are a real eye-catcher, and the plant has settled in nicely. It’s a bit slow-growing, but that’s expected with this variety. Great quality and service!
Sarah Lee –
The Corkscrew Hazel is such a unique plant! It’s become the focal point of my garden with its twisted, sculptural branches. Roots Plants delivered a healthy specimen, and it’s been low-maintenance so far. The only downside is that it’s a bit pricey, but it’s worth it for the statement it makes.
David Carter –
Absolutely love this plant! The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a showstopper, and it’s been a joy to watch it grow. The packaging was excellent, and the plant arrived in pristine condition. It’s a bit of a novelty, so don’t expect it to blend in—it’s meant to stand out!
Rachel Green –
I bought this for my patio, and it’s been a conversation starter! The contorted branches are fascinating, and it’s surprisingly low-maintenance. Roots Plants provided great instructions for care, and the plant has adapted well. It’s a bit slow to mature, but patience pays off with this beauty.
Emily Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden! Its unique twisted branches add visual interest all year round, and it’s surprisingly easy to maintain. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add a quirky, ornamental touch to their outdoor space.
James Thompson –
I was a bit skeptical about the Corkscrew Hazel at first, but it’s truly a conversation starter. The tree arrived in great condition and has been thriving in my garden. The leaves are lush in the summer, and the twisted branches look fantastic in the winter. Very pleased with this purchase!
Sarah Miller –
This plant is absolutely beautiful and has been thriving since I planted it. The twisted branches are so unique and create a real focal point in my garden. The delivery was prompt, and the plant was well-packaged. I would definitely buy from Roots Plants again!
Michael Brown –
The Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ is a fantastic ornamental plant. It’s low-maintenance and adds a lot of character to my garden. I do wish the branches were a bit more twisted, but overall, I’m very happy with my purchase. Great quality from Roots Plants!
Linda Harris –
I bought this for my backyard, and it’s exceeded my expectations. The contorted branches are fascinating, and it’s grown well in its first year. Roots Plants did an excellent job—the plant was healthy and well-cared for upon arrival. I’m very satisfied!
Emily Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its unique twisted branches add a dramatic flair, especially in the winter months when the leaves are gone. It was easy to plant and has been thriving with minimal care. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add a focal point to their landscape.
Emily Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its twisted branches add a unique architectural element, especially in winter when the leaves are gone. It arrived in excellent condition and has been thriving with minimal care. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add a focal point to their landscape.
Emily Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its twisted branches add a unique architectural element, especially in the winter months when the leaves are gone. It was easy to plant and has been thriving with minimal care. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add a focal point to their landscape.
James Thompson –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for its unique appearance, and it did not disappoint. The plant is healthy and well-packaged upon arrival. It’s been a few months, and it’s growing beautifully. The corkscrew branches are truly eye-catching. A great choice for gardeners who want something different.
Sophia Martinez –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a conversation starter! Its twisted branches are fascinating, and it’s been relatively easy to care for. The plant arrived in good condition, though it took a little time to establish. Now, it’s thriving and adds a unique charm to my garden. Very satisfied with this purchase.
Michael Brown –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful and unique plant. It’s been a great addition to my garden, and I love how it stands out, especially in the winter months. The plant was well-packaged and arrived healthy. It’s been growing steadily with proper care. Definitely worth the investment.
Linda Wilson –
I’m very pleased with my purchase of the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’. The plant is healthy and has been growing well since I planted it. The twisted branches are truly unique and add a lot of visual interest to my garden. It’s a low-maintenance plant that I would recommend to any gardener.
Michael Thompson –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for its unique appearance, and it did not disappoint. The corkscrew branches are fascinating and create a lot of visual interest. However, it took a bit longer than expected to establish itself in my garden. Once it did, though, it has been a beautiful and hardy plant.
Sarah Johnson –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a conversation starter! Its twisted branches are unlike anything else in my garden. The plant arrived in great condition and has been growing steadily. It’s a bit slow to grow, but the unique look is worth the wait. I’m very happy with this purchase.
David Martinez –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful and unique plant. It adds a lot of character to my garden, especially during the winter. The only downside is that it requires a bit more maintenance than I initially thought, but the results are worth it. Overall, a great addition to any garden.
Laura Wilson –
I absolutely love my Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’! The twisted branches are so unique and make a great focal point in my garden. It was easy to plant and has been growing well with regular watering and some occasional pruning. I would definitely recommend this plant to others.
James Thompson –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for its ornamental value, and it has not disappointed. The corkscrew branches are fascinating to look at, and it’s a great conversation starter. The plant arrived healthy and well-packaged. It’s been growing steadily, and I’m excited to see how it develops over the years.
Sophia Martinez –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful and unique plant. It’s been a great addition to my garden, and I love how it stands out among the other plants. The only downside is that it’s a bit slow-growing, but I’m patient and looking forward to seeing it mature. Overall, a great purchase!
Michael Brown –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a fantastic plant for adding interest to any garden. The twisted branches are truly unique, and it’s been a hit with everyone who’s seen it. It’s relatively low-maintenance and has been growing well in my garden. I’m very pleased with this purchase.
Emily Johnson –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its unique twisted branches add a lot of character and visual interest. It was easy to plant and has been thriving with minimal care. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add a unique touch to their landscape.
Linda Wilson –
I’m very happy with my Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’. It’s a beautiful plant that adds a lot of character to my garden. The corkscrew branches are fascinating, and it’s been growing well since I planted it. The only minor issue was that it took a bit longer to establish than I expected, but it’s doing great now.
Michael Brown –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for my backyard, and it has exceeded my expectations. The plant arrived in excellent condition and has grown beautifully. The corkscrew branches are truly fascinating and have become a conversation piece among my guests.
James Thompson –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for its unique appearance, and it did not disappoint. The plant is healthy and well-packaged upon arrival. It’s been a few months, and it’s growing beautifully. The corkscrew branches are truly eye-catching. A great investment for any garden enthusiast.
Sarah Lee –
I love the unique look of the Corkscrew Hazel. It adds a whimsical element to my garden that I haven’t been able to achieve with other plants. The plant was well-packaged and arrived healthy. It’s been a few months, and it’s growing well with regular watering and some sunlight.
David Wilson –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful plant, but it took a bit longer to establish than I expected. Once it settled in, though, it started to grow nicely. The twisted branches are very unique and make it a standout in my garden.
Laura Martinez –
I was looking for something different for my garden, and the Corkscrew Hazel was the perfect choice. The plant arrived in great condition and has been growing steadily. The twisted branches are so interesting and add a lot of texture to my garden. Very happy with this purchase.
Sophia Martinez –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a conversation starter! Its twisted branches are fascinating, and it adds a lot of character to my garden. The plant was delivered promptly and in great condition. It’s relatively low-maintenance, which is a bonus. I’m very pleased with this purchase.
Michael Brown –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful plant, but it took a bit longer to establish than I expected. Once it settled in, it started to grow well, and the twisted branches are truly unique. It’s a great plant for adding visual interest to any garden.
Linda Wilson –
I’m thrilled with my Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’. The plant arrived healthy and has been growing steadily. The corkscrew branches are even more impressive in person than in photos. It’s a fantastic addition to my garden, and I’ve received many compliments on it.
Emily Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its unique twisted branches add a dramatic flair that stands out in any landscape. The plant arrived healthy and well-packaged, and it has been thriving since I planted it. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add some architectural interest to their garden!
Emily Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning addition to my garden. Its twisted branches create a unique focal point, especially in the winter when the leaves are gone. It arrived in excellent condition, and the planting instructions were clear. Highly recommend for anyone looking to add some architectural interest to their landscape!
Michael Thompson –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for its unique appearance, and it hasn’t disappointed. The corkscrew branches are mesmerizing, and it’s thriving in my garden with minimal care. The plant was healthy upon arrival, and the packaging was secure. A great buy for plant enthusiasts.
Sarah Johnson –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful plant, but it took a bit longer to establish than I expected. The twisted branches are striking, but I wish it had come with more detailed care instructions. Overall, it’s a good purchase, but it requires some patience.
David Martinez –
I’m very happy with my purchase of the Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel. It’s a hardy plant that adds a unique touch to my garden. The delivery was prompt, and the plant was well-packaged. It’s already showing new growth, and I can’t wait to see it mature.
Laura Bennett –
The Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ is a fascinating plant, but it’s a bit more high-maintenance than I anticipated. It requires regular pruning to maintain its shape, and it’s sensitive to overwatering. Still, it’s a beautiful addition to my garden, and I’m glad I bought it.
Michael Thompson –
I was skeptical at first, but the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ has completely won me over. The corkscrew branches are fascinating and create a beautiful winter silhouette. It’s a hardy plant that requires minimal care, and it’s already started to produce leaves and catkins. Very satisfied with this purchase!
Sarah Johnson –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a true showstopper. The twisted branches are unlike anything I’ve seen before, and it adds so much character to my garden. The plant was easy to establish and has been growing steadily. It’s a great conversation piece and a must-have for any garden enthusiast.
Laura Green –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is truly a unique addition to my garden. Its twisted branches add an artistic flair, especially in winter when the structure is most visible. It arrived in excellent condition and has been thriving with minimal care. Highly recommend for those looking to add a statement piece to their outdoor space.
Mark Harris –
I purchased the Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ for its distinctive look, and it has not disappointed. The plant arrived healthy and has grown steadily in my garden. Its twisted branches are a real conversation starter. However, it does require a bit more attention during the establishment phase to ensure proper growth.
David Martinez –
I bought the Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel for its unique appearance, and it hasn’t disappointed. The plant is healthy and has adapted well to my garden. The only reason I’m not giving it a full 5 stars is that it took a bit longer than expected to start showing new growth. Overall, a great plant!
Sarah Thompson –
This Corkscrew Hazel is a stunning plant! The contorted branches are fascinating and add year-round interest. It was well-packed and arrived in great condition. It’s been a few months since planting, and it’s already showing signs of vigorous growth. A fantastic purchase for any garden enthusiast.
Laura Bennett –
The Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’ is a beautiful and unusual plant that has become the centerpiece of my garden. The twisted branches are mesmerizing, and it’s a joy to watch it change with the seasons. The plant arrived in excellent condition and has been easy to care for. I couldn’t be happier with this purchase!
James Carter –
The Roots Plants Corkscrew Hazel is a beautiful plant, but I found it a bit challenging to establish in my garden. It took a while to adapt to the new environment, and I had to water it frequently during the first few weeks. However, once it settled in, it started to flourish. Patience is key with this one.
Emma Wilson –
I’m thrilled with my Corylus Avellana ‘Contorta’! It’s a striking plant that adds so much character to my garden. The twisted branches are even more beautiful in person than in pictures. The plant was in excellent condition upon arrival and has been growing well. I’m very happy with this purchase!