Common Hornbeam. Elegant shaped tree with serrate, ribbed leaves and characteristic grey, fluted bark. Max Height 25m. Max Spread 20m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Carpinus betulus
Elegant shaped tree with serrate, ribbed leaves and characteristic grey, fluted bark.
Additional information
| Generic | Carpinus |
|---|---|
| Species | betulus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Common Hornbeam |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 25m |
| Family | Betulaceae |
| Spread | 20m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Broadly conical |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Hedging, Specimen |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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