BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Ordering a quantity of 1 = 1 bundle of 50 plants, 2 = 2 bundles of 50 plants, etc!

Description

A sturdy deciduous tree, Carpinus betulus is very hardy with deeply veined green leaves which turn an attractive yellow in autumn before falling. Although they an attractive specimen tree, it is more often used to create thick, dense hedges. A good plant for providing a habitat for wildlife.

Features

• Common name: Hornbeam.
• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Tall branching tree.
• Height: 25 m (82 ft).
• Spread: 20 m (65 ft).
• Notes: Available to order from November to February only.
• Size: 50 - 80 cm tall, bare root plants.