Hornbeam Carpinus Betulus 130/150 cm 5 Litre Pot Grown

Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus)

Versatile Deciduous Hedge & Garden Tree

Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a classic deciduous tree and hedge plant, prized for its dense green foliage that turns golden-brown in autumn. Its upright, bushy habit makes it ideal for formal hedging, garden boundaries, and structured landscape designs, providing year-round interest and seasonal colour.

Key Features

• Height & Spread: 8–15m (tree) or suitable for hedging at lower heights

• Foliage: Glossy green leaves in summer; golden-brown in autumn

• Form: Upright, dense, bushy habit

• Growth Rate: Moderate – 30–50cm per year

• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK

Perfect For

• Formal or informal hedges and boundaries

• Garden specimen trees and avenues

• Mixed borders or privacy screens

• Medium to large gardens needing structure and seasonal interest

Growing & Care

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil; tolerant of most soil types

• Watering: Regular during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature

• Maintenance: Trim hedges once or twice per year; minimal pruning for trees

Tip: Hornbeam retains some of its leaves over winter if lightly trimmed, creating a semi-evergreen hedge for extra privacy.

Why Choose Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus)?

• Dense foliage ideal for hedging and privacy screens

• Beautiful autumn colour adds seasonal interest

• Hardy, reliable, and long-lived

• Suitable for both formal and naturalistic garden designs

Hornbeam Carpinus Betulus 130/150 cm 5 Litre Pot Grown Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth 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.