Carpinus betulus

Common Hornbeam

  • Shade tree
  • Provides shelter for birds
  • Ideal for group plantings, screens, hedges, and windbreak trees

Purchase options for Common Hornbeam

  • Size: #7 6-7'
  • Status: BeautiFULL
  • Availability: In Stock

$252.00


  • Size: #15 8-10'
  • Status: BeautiFULL
  • Availability: In Stock

$333.00


The Common Hornbean is a medium-sized deciduous tree with an oval crown. Matching in shape, its oval shaped, dark green leaves maintain color through spring while in the fall it becomes a yellow-orange color. Male catkins are yellow and female catkins are green, while small fruits cluster in the summer.

Attributes
Fall Color
Foliage Color
Green
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Fall
Exposure
Full Sun
Habit
Upright
Soil Moisture
Moist, Well-Drained
Growing Tips for Carpinus betulus

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with average watering. Prefers moist, well-drained soil for optimal growth.