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Carpinus betulus

Carpinus betulus, Hornbeam Carpinus betulus, Hornbeam, Betulus, Betulus Carpinus, Carpinus Hornbeam, American Hornbeam, Hornbeam Tree, Carpinus Hornbeam Tree

Carpinus betulus, commonly known as Hornbeam, is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage and interesting catkins. The leaves emerge light green in spring and age to become dark green, then turn lovely shades of yellow before falling. Flowers are borne in spring and develop into interesting catkins that hang among the leaves. This Hornbeam typically grows to 15 m tall and 7 m wide. Carpinus betulus is a great plant for trimming into a hedge, growing as a specimen, adding to mixed plantings, or using in an avenue planting.

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The average plant height is 90 cm
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The average plant height is 150 cm
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The average plant height is 250 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Trees
Height:12.00 m
Spread:6.00 m
Flowering time:Spring
Tolerances:Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses:Avenues, Hedging, Topiary
Garden styles:Alpine, Formal, Japanese
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known asCarpinus betulus, Hornbeam Carpinus betulus, Hornbeam, Betulus, Betulus Carpinus, Carpinus Hornbeam, American Hornbeam, Hornbeam Tree, Carpinus Hornbeam Tree

Carpinus betulus Details

Carpinus betulus, commonly known as Hornbeam, is a deciduous tree grown for its foliage and interesting catkins. The leaves emerge light green in spring and age to become dark green with conspicuous ribs and a serrated edge. As autumn progresses, they turn lovely shades of yellow before falling. Flowers are borne in spring and develop into interesting catkins that hang among the leaves. This Hornbeam typically grows to 15 m tall and 7 m wide but can be trimmed as necessary. It grows best when planted on a well-drained site in full sun and is tolerant of frost, cool climates, and dry periods. Carpinus betulus is a great plant for trimming into a hedge, growing as a specimen, adding to mixed plantings, or using in an avenue planting.

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