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Hazel
Scientific name: Corylus avellana
Hazel is a small tree of woodlands, grasslands and gardens that is regularly coppiced - the practice of cutting the stems of a tree to allow new shoots to grow. It is well known for its long, yellow catkins.
Species information
Category
Statistics
Height: up to 12mConservation status
Common.