Carpinus betulus - Common Hornbeam 7 Litre Pot

Carpinus betulus - Common Hornbeam

A hardy deciduous hedging tree valued for its dense branching habit and excellent ability to respond to pruning. Hornbeam is particularly prized for formal hedges and screens, transforming to golden-brown in autumn while retaining dried leaves through winter.

Seasonal Highlights

• Spring: Fresh green oval leaves emerge
• Summer: Dense green foliage provides excellent screening
• Autumn and Winter: Golden-brown dried leaves persist on the plant, creating a distinctive warm appearance

Key Features

• Dense, fine branching habit ideal for hedging
• Oval mid-green leaves
• Hardy to -20C, very cold tolerant
• Moderate growth rate
• Responds excellently to pruning and trimming
• Supplied in 7 litre pot

Perfect For

• Formal hedging and screens
• Windbreaks and shelter belts
• Large-scale boundary planting
• Gardens requiring hardy deciduous structure

Growing Tips

• Plant in sun to partial shade
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Establish with regular watering in first season
• Trim in late summer to maintain shape
• Can be hard pruned if needed
• Extremely low maintenance once established

Looks Great With

Combines effectively with other hardy hedging plants such as beech, hawthorn, and field maple for mixed native hedges.

An excellent choice for anyone seeking a tough, reliable deciduous hedge that improves with age.

Carpinus betulus - Common Hornbeam 7 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Spring Green Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.