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Carpinus caroliniana American Hornbeam

Hornbeam, American

FALL DIG RISK

An interesting native tree; great for naturalized areas. Does well in wet soil and will tolerate periodic flooding. Performs best in deep, rich, moist, slightly acidic soil. Excellent for heavy shade. Foliage is dark green in summer, changing to yellow, orange and scarlet in fall.


  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:3-9
  • Height:20-30 ft
  • Spread:20-30 ft

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Attributes
• Fall Color
• Native Plant
Exposure
• Full Sun
Foliage Color
• Blue-Green
Fall Foliage Color
• Red
• Yellow-Orange
Flower Characteristics
• Catkins
Season of Interest (Foliage)
• Fall
Habit
• Rounded
Growth Rate
• Slow
Fruit
• Insignificant
Soil Moisture
• Average

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Suitable Substitutions for Hornbeam, American