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American Hornbeam grows in a nursery row with flaming red fall foliage.

American Hornbeam

$850.00 - $1,000.00
$850.00
$850.00 - $1,000.00
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Tree Size: 2.0" Caliper
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American Hornbeam is a widely adaptable ornamental, or small shade tree, with outstanding gold to bright orange-red fall foliage. This native tree is also known as Blue Beech, Ironwood, and Musclewood; names inspired by the smooth, gray, irregularly fluted trunk. American Hornbeam is a widely adaptable small tree with outstanding fall color, excellent for natural or native plantings.

Why it rocks:

American Hornbeam is a widely adaptable ornamental, or small shade tree, with outstanding gold to bright orange-red fall foliage. This native tree is also known as Blue Beech, Ironwood, and Musclewood; names inspired by the smooth, gray, irregularly fluted trunk. American Hornbeam is a widely adaptable small tree with outstanding fall color, excellent for natural or native plantings. This tree continues to grow in popularity due to its tough disposition, beautiful texture and color, and native appeal; and is an excellent addition to most landscapes. 

Where to put it:

Because of its small size, American Hornbeam is typically used as an ornamental, but could also be used as a small shade tree as well. This tree is extremely versatile and can be used anywhere from open spaces to parkways. Its native beauty lends itself to naturalistic plantings; however, it would look great in any landscape situation. American Hornbeam should be planted at least 10-12ft from buildings. 

What it needs:

This tree is very tough and adaptable, and can be used pretty much anywhere in the landscape. 

Botanical Name: Carpinus caroliniana
Hardiness Zone: 4
Tree Type: Accent | Shade | Parkway/Street
Size Range: Small Tree (15-25 feet)
Mature Height: 25'
Mature Spread: 20'
Shape: Oval
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Fall Color: Red-orange
Decorative Fruit: None
Landscape Uses: Accent | Shade | Parkway/Street
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Plant Tolerance: Very Tough and Adaptable
Standout Feature: Very tough, Fall color, Native characteristics

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