European Hornbeam

Carpinus Betulus

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Overview

The European Hornbeam, Carpinus betulus, is a deciduous tree with a pyramidal to oval form, reaching 40-60 feet in height and 30-40 feet in width. Its leaves are sharply-toothed, with a notable pleated texture, turning vibrant yellow to greenish-gold in fall. It thrives in USDA zones 4-8, preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sun. Ideal for hedges or pleaching due to its dense foliage and ability to withstand heavy pruning.

Sun FullWater LowZones 5–7Climate Temperate

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — is a deciduous tree with a pyramidal to oval form

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 5–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Betulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — with a notable pleated texture; turning vibrant yellow to greenish-gold in fall, image 44

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — It thrives in USDA zones 4-8, preferring well-drained soils and full to partial sun; this species is also, image 46

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — Ideal for hedges or pleaching due to its dense foliage and ability to withstand heavy pruning; it thrives in, image 47

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — Mature specimens can reach up to 60 to 80 feet in height with a spread of 30 to 40 feet; boasting a lush, image 48

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — making this tree an ideal candidate for creating structured canopies or screening effects; tree for full, image 49

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — Its columnar to pyramidal growth habit offers a compact framework when young; ideal for hedges or pleaching, image 50

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — gradually rounding with age; these leaves turn a crisp yellow to orange in the fall, providing a delightful, image 51

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — finely serrated leaves that are 2 to 5 inches in length; is a deciduous tree with a pyramidal to oval form, image 52

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — boasting a lush green hue in the growing season; mature specimens can reach up to 60 to 80 feet in height, image 53

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — These leaves turn a crisp yellow to orange in the fall, providing a delightful autumnal display; fluted bark, image 54

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — fluted bark adds year-round textural interest.<br><br>Carpinus betulus is a hardy tree; reaching 40-60 feet, image 55

European Hornbeam (Carpinus Betulus) — adaptable to a wide range of soil types; making this tree an ideal candidate for creating structured, image 56

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