A Closer Look: American Hazelnut

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American Hazelnut: Male catkins in the spring

©2023 Vonda Zwick

Shutter Speed : 1/320 sec | Aperture : f/5.6 | ISO : 2000 | Focal Length : 100mm
Camera : Canon EOS 5D Mark IV | Lens : EF100mm f/2.8L Macro IS USM

This is the first year that the American Hazelnut in our gardens have produced catkins. These catkins will continue to grow and eventually bloom in the spring. If female flowers also bloom, then wind pollination could lead to the development of nuts.

Species in this Photo: American Hazelnut

Location

Backyard and Home

Shot Date

Feb. 27, 2023, 3:37 p.m.