Deciduous shrub : Ht. 6-12' W 6-12'. 

Gravel loam to heavy clay soils. Requires good drainage. Full sun to part shade. Flowers in May, edible nut in fringed husk, ripe in August. Copper-red fall color. Beautiful massing plant. High wildlife value. Edible nuts. 

Zone 3-4.

Left: Leaf

Bottom Left: Fall Color

Bottom Right: Fruit