Looking for a hardy and unique addition to your garden? Consider the Manchurian Hazelnut (Corylus sieboldiana var. mandshurica)! Native to temperate forests in Asia, this shrub grows up to 6 meters tall and can withstand temperatures as low as -45 degrees Celsius. Its dark gray, fissured bark and pubescent leaves add interest to any landscape. In the spring, the Manchurian Hazelnut produces clusters of male and female flowers that give way to edible nuts in the fall. While not commonly known as an ornamental, it has been successfully cultivated in St. Petersburg and Moscow in Russia since 1882. So why not give it a try and enjoy both its beauty and bounty?