{"product_id":"carpinus-betulus-orange-retz-15-litre-pot-1","title":"Carpinus Betulus Orange Retz 15 Litre Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarpinus betulus ‘Orange Retz’ – Hornbeam with Brilliant Autumn Colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eCarpinus betulus ‘Orange Retz’ is a distinctive and highly ornamental hornbeam, selected for its exceptional autumn display. Through spring and summer, it forms a neat, upright tree with fresh green, finely serrated foliage, creating a clean and structured presence in the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs autumn approaches, the leaves transform into striking shades of orange, amber, and warm gold, delivering a vivid burst of seasonal colour that sets it apart from standard green hornbeam forms. This reliable colour change makes ‘Orange Retz’ an excellent choice for adding drama and warmth late in the year.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWith its strong, symmetrical habit, this variety is well suited to specimen planting, avenues, or use as part of a structured garden design. Like all hornbeams, it is tough, adaptable, and tolerant of a wide range of soils, including heavier ground, once established.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHardy and low maintenance, Carpinus betulus ‘Orange Retz’ performs best in sun or partial shade and rewards gardeners with dependable growth, excellent structure, and one of the most eye-catching autumn displays among deciduous trees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh green leaves emerge on a tidy framework.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, attractive foliage provides structure and shade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves turn vivid orange and amber.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare branches create a strong architectural silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eOutstanding autumn colour – Bright orange and warm amber tones.\u003cbr\u003eUpright habit – Neat, symmetrical growth.\u003cbr\u003eReliable performer – Tough and adaptable.\u003cbr\u003eHardy tree – Suitable for UK conditions.\u003cbr\u003eExcellent structure – Year-round presence.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecimen planting – Strong seasonal impact.\u003cbr\u003eAvenues and rows – Uniform shape and colour.\u003cbr\u003eLarge gardens and landscapes – Adds height and structure.\u003cbr\u003eFormal planting schemes – Clean lines and reliability.\u003cbr\u003eAutumn-focused gardens – Late-season colour.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil; tolerant of heavier soils.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy across the UK.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal pruning; best pruned in winter if required.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooks Great With\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderplanting – Spring bulbs, Geranium, Brunnera.\u003cbr\u003eShrubs – Viburnum, Cornus, Amelanchier.\u003cbr\u003eGrasses – Molinia, Deschampsia for autumn movement.\u003cbr\u003eStructural companions – Beech, lime, or clipped hedging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56591759081798,"sku":"172691","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/7948\/8326\/files\/f6e7ed3b-cf15-4c58-8c94-c590a4300187.jpg?v=1778835556","url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/carpinus-betulus-orange-retz-15-litre-pot-1","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}