About 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.
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