American Hornbeam

Carpinus Caroliniana

Overview

American Hornbeam (Carpinus caroliniana), also known as Musclewood, is a versatile, slow-growing deciduous tree, featuring a distinctive fluted, gray trunk and a rounded crown that reaches up to 30 feet in height and spread. It sports elliptical, finely-toothed leaves that turn vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow in fall. Preferring moist, well-drained soils, it excels in both sun and shade, making it ideal for understory planting or as a focal point in a landscape design.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–9Type TreeClimate Temperate

American Hornbeam (Carpinus Caroliniana) — is an attractive deciduous understory tree

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 20–30 Ft.
Mature width: 20–30 Ft.

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Betulaceae
Climate: Temperate

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American Hornbeam (Carpinus Caroliniana) — and red hues in the fall.<br><br>For landscaping designs; despite its preference for wetter conditions

American Hornbeam (Carpinus Caroliniana) — it excels in both sun and shade

American Hornbeam (Carpinus Caroliniana) — and transforming into a medley of yellow; the American Hornbeam adopts a round to oval shape with a symmetrical

American Hornbeam (Carpinus Caroliniana) — shimmering a bright green in summer; it excels in both sun and shade, image 63

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