Description
Carpinus betulus tree reacts very well to regular pruning and is used to create many shapes and specimen topiary.
This native Hornbeam trees grow well in most soils, making it a useful plant for when you have poorer conditions. It has green leaves with a distinctive corrugated surface, which turn a golden-yellow in autumn and tend to remain on the tree all winter before falling. This tree was first introduced to Britain about a century ago and has proved itself to be very hardy.
This is version of Hornbeam is an elegant box head, with a distinctive cubed heads and clear stems, which suit formal settings and gardens.
We have this tree in standard, pleached as well as Frans Fontaine and Fastigiata and our popular Instant Hedge
Ideal Conditions: Grows well in all soils
Maximum Height: 5 metres
