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Tonda Gentile Trilobata hazel trees

Corylus avellana

Tonda Gentile Trilobata is a high quality traditional Italian hazel variety, usually grown for culinary uses, especially confectionery.

The term "Trilobata" refers to the shape of the nut, which has three sides.

After harvesting and drying the nuts are roasted, and can then be used whole, partially-ground, or ground down into flour. The protective outer covering of the shelled nut comes off particularly easily when roasted, and this along with its excellent texture and aroma makes it ideal for confectionery.

Tonda Gentile Trilobata hazel trees for sale

Pot-grown

All pot-grown trees are suitable for planting out in the garden, some are suitable for growing in containers.

  • PG12-year 7L pot-grown tree £52.00
    Large tree (3m-5m after 10 years)
    Out of stock
    Please try next season

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Delivery charges

Delivery for a single tree starts at £9.95, it is calculated based on your postcode.

Growing and Training

For best results in the UK climate trees should be planted in a sheltered location in full sun, preferably in thin (not overly fertile) soil. Other (different) hazels should be planted nearby for pollination

History

The centre of production of this variety is the Italian region of Piedmont, where the confectionery industry began in the early 19th century. Tonda Gentile Trilobata hazels grown in this region have a protected geographical status, and carry the name 'Nocciola del Piemonte'. 


Tonda Gentile Trilobata characteristics

Growing

  • Gardening skillAverage
  • Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
  • Pollinating othersAverage
  • Climate suitabilityTemperate climatesMild damp climatesWarm climates

Using

  • Picking seasonMid
  • CroppingHeavy
  • Keeping (of fruit)2-3 weeks
  • Food usesEating freshCulinaryDual purpose

Problems

  • Disease resistanceGood

Identification

  • Country of originItaly

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