Harry Lauder's Walking Stick (European Filbert)

Corylus avellana 'Contorta'

Corylus avellana 'Contorta' is a deciduous woody shrub with an appearance that is as unusual as its common name: Harry Lauder's walking stick. The shrub is commonly used in hedge and screen borders where the interesting stems can be observed up close. The cut stems are frequently used in decorative arrangements.