'Ames' (originally ISU 73-H-24) was from the Iowa State University field trials at Ames, Iowa introduced by Dr. Allan Beck. This selection has been performing well in Niagara. It is productive, hardy, drought tolerant and has good blight resistance. It is mid-season ripening and holds its leaves well until after harvest. The nut is oval, large size and easy cracking. It is protandrous so for best production, pair this one with 'Burtner', 'Broadview' or 'Sejnovo'. Suited for climate zones 6a-8, commercially 6b-8.