Corylus avellana Contorta Cycas Since these are clonally reproduced

Since these are clonally reproduced

As soon as visitors gaze upon this most spectacular North American native

like Helleborus niger

Cut to the ground in spring

and either clay or sandy soils are fine

Corylus avellana Contorta Cycas Since these are clonally reproducedCorylus avellana 'Contorta', better known as Harry Lauder's walking stick, has long been one of our favorite large shrubs. This gem was originally found in a hedgerow in Tortworth, England by the late Lord Ducie. The fuzzy green leaves fall after frost, revealing the twisty grey stems. Starting in late January (NC), the stalks are adorned with dangling tan catkins. Harry Lauder's walking stick, which can reach 10' tall x 10' wide in 15 years makes an