Hornbeam, European

Carpinus betulus

Basics

Plant Type :Tree
Hardiness Range : Minimum :5
Maximum :8
Zone : 5,6,7,8

Height Range : Minimum :762
Maximum :1524

Spread Range : Minimum :456.8952
Maximum :762

Growth Range :Slow growth rate

Shape : Columnar, Pyramidal, Upright or erect

Exposure (light) : Full/partial sun

Wetness Tolerance : Moist
Persistnece : Broadleaf, Deciduous
Leaf Color : Green

Fall Color : Attractive fall colors, Yellow

Bloom

Color : White
Time : Early spring, Mid spring, Late spring

Fruit Color : Brown
Attribute : Inconspicuous flowers or blooms

Care & Uses

Salt Tolerance :Does not tolerate salt
Environment :Drought tolerant, Tolerates wetness
Soil Condition :Acidic, Alkaline, Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Slightly alkaline, Well drained