Carpinus caroliniana 2" B&B

$850.00


American Hornbeam · Item # 1555

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This species lovely gray bark has a ridged, almost sinewy quality that gives this plant the alternate name of Musclewood. The light green, serrated foliage turns shades of yellow to red in autumn.


Plant Type: Tree
Botanical Name: Carpinus
Common Name: Hornbeam
Hardiness: Zone 3
Sun: 4+ hours
Soil: Moist, Sandy
Suggested Use 1: Lawn specimen
Suggested Use 2: Native plantings
Height: 8-10'
Width: 10-12'
Growth Rate: Slow
Shape: Rounded, Vase
Fertilizer: Plant-tone
Fall Color: Orange
Winter Interest: Form, Structure
Deer Resistant: Yes
Native: Yes
Plant With: Azalea, Viburnum, Larix, Weigela