Discover the beauty of the American Hornbeam, a versatile small tree perfect for your landscape. With each purchase, you will receive one healthy plant in a quart pot, ready to thrive in your garden. Please note that your plant will ship bare root from mid-October to mid-May, and care instructions are not included, so ensure you are familiar with plant care before purchasing.
Ideal for USDA Hardiness Zones 3-9
Grows to a height of 10–15 meters (35–50 ft)
Features a distinctive fluted, crooked trunk
Leaves have a unique corrugated texture with serrated margins
Produces attractive male and female catkins in spring
Fruits mature in autumn with small nuts
Perfect for providing shade and ornamental value
Common Name: American Hornbeam Scientific Name: Carpinus caroliniana Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil Hardiness Zones: 3-9 Growth Habit: Small tree, often with a crooked trunk Format: Quart pot (bare root shipping available)