Trees
American hornbeam
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- Exposure
- Sun to partial shade
- Hardiness
- Zones 3–8
Discover the plant
Carpinus caroliniana is a hardy and versatile ornamental tree, commonly known as American hornbeam, prized for its glossy dark green foliage, which provides an elegant backdrop in beds, hedges, or groves and transforms into warm yellow to orange hues in the fall, adding an attractive seasonal dimension. Its rounded to slightly spreading silhouette creates a natural and structured presence, ideal as an accent tree, a standalone specimen, or for group planting in residential gardens or landscaping projects. Very hardy and tolerant of a variety of soils—including slightly moist ones—this tree prefers sun to partial shade, where it thrives without any particular demands.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
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Bloom and dimensions
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