With its picturesque appearance, the corkscrew hazel adorns balconies and patios all year round. Reason enough to cultivate the tree with its magical charisma in a bucket. Read here which details to pay attention to when planting and caring for a Corylus avellana.
The corkscrew hazel only thrives in large tubs
Skillful planting in the right bucket - Here's how
As a heart root, a corkscrew hazel spreads its roots both deep and wide. Therefore, choose a bucket with at least 30 liters volume. So that excess irrigation water does not accumulate in the substrate, an opening in the ground is of the utmost importance. If you spread a drainage made of potsherds over it, waterlogging doesn't stand a chance.
As a substrate, we recommend high-quality potting soil, which you can optimize with compost, perlite (€37.51) and a little sand. Before you take the young plant out of the growing container, place the root ball in water until no more air bubbles rise. If the previous planting depth in the bucket is maintained, you have done everything right.
How to properly care for a corkscrew hazel
In a sunny, warm and wind-protected location, the corkscrew hazel feels in good hands in the bucket. Give your picturesque woody beauty this care:
- If the substrate dries, it is poured through
- Apply a liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks from March to August
- Alternatively, provide in March and June with a compound fertilizer with depot effect
- Thin out the wood in early spring and cut it to the desired size
Since the bizarre hazel species in the bucket is not completely hardy, we recommend taking appropriate precautions before winter sets in. This includes a warm winter coat made of raffia mats for the pot. A base made of wood ensures a frost-proof foot. Please place the container in front of the protective south wall of the house and cover the substrate with a layer of autumn leaves, straw or pine twigs.
tips
In the dim past, many a myth grew up around the corkscrew hazel. The tradition of making a dowsing rod from a hazel branch to discover hidden springs and treasures has survived to this day.