American Hornbeam

Common name American Hornbeam
Latin name Carpinus caroliniana
Type Tree
Height 20-30'
Spread 20-30'
Light & Water
Full sun:
Part sun:
Shade:
Zone 3
Bloom months Does not bloom.
Bloom colour None
Foliage colour Green
Features
  • Fall colour
  • Winter interest
Notes

Leaves emerge reddish-purple, changing to dark green then orange in fall. Good small shade tree. Excellent heat resistance, slow growth rate.

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