USDA Certified Organic

Hazelnuts (Filberts)  have been in our diet that pre-dates antiquity.  Hazelnuts have been cultivated since 4 B.C, but the recent  profusion of commercial plantings didn't develop until the early 1900's. Hazelnuts traditionally  harvested around the 22nd August each year in Europe, St. Philbert’s day, hence the name Filbert.  It is believed that hazelnut trees migrated from China to the Black Sea.  

It's said, that a Frenchman, David Gernot arrived to Oregon in the 17th Century with European hazelnut trees where he planted the first trees in the Willamette valley which reminded him of his home in France.

Jefferson Hazelnut has excellent texture and flavor, large kernel size, and kernel quality. Well suited for the blanched kernel market, chocolate products, and baked goods. Thought to be the best all around hazelnut tree variety available for home gardens and farms. Disease resistant. Hazelnut trees thrive in temperate climates with cool winters and moderate summers, requiring well-drained soil and consistent moisture. They prefer full sun but can tolerate partial shade.  (just over 3 ft. when shipped)

Storing Hazelnuts
It is best to process (roast, chop, slice, grind) just before use. However, if you'd like to have hazelnuts handy for adding to a variety of dishes, then simply roast the kernels, dice and freeze in an airtight container. They will keep for over a year in the freezer and you can remove the amount you need, bring them to room temperature and use immediately.

  USDA Certified Organic

Growing Hazelnut tree (Filbert)

USDA Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 

Harvest Period: Late

Bloom Period: Early

Pollination Requirement: Requires another variety for pollination

Origin Date: 1945 and beyond

Storage: 3 Months or More

Rootstock: Filbert

Years to Bear: 2-4 years

Recommended Spacing: 8-12 ft.

Mature Size: 10-12 ft.

Pruning: Summer prune to maintain 8 ft.

Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.