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5L pot shown; pictured in March
5L pot shown; pictured in March
Carpinus betulus
Carpinus betulus
Carpinus betulus
Carpinus betulus

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Hornbeam

Carpinus betulus

Carpinus betulus

£17.95
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Carpinus betulus is hornbeam, a tree or hedgerow shrub native to the British Isles. It has fresh green, serrated leaves and a dense, rounded habit, offering excellent wildlife-friendly structure and attractive autumn colour.
Choose a size: 2L pot

Plant height is measured from the base of the pot to the top of the plant. Heights are approximate and may vary with season.

The most common sized pots we sell from our nursery are 9cm, 17cm (2L), 19cm (3L) and 22.5cm (5L).

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£16.51/ each

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£15.80/ each

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£15.26/ each

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Key features

Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam)

Hornbeam is a versatile deciduous tree valued for its dense, rounded canopy and fresh green, finely-serrated leaves. Used as specimen trees or for hedging or boundary planting, in autumn, the foliage turns warm shades of yellow before fading to coppery brown. Leaves often remain on hedges throughout the winter.

When grown as a tree, it can reach 15-25m tall. It can also easily be clipped into formal hedges or maintained at a much smaller size, making it a highly adaptable choice for gardens and landscapes. The smooth grey bark adds further year-round interest.

Hornbeam can thrive in a wide range of soils, including heavier clay. It grows well in full sun or partial shade. Prune regularly to maintain healthy, dense growth if using as a hedge.

  • Good for exposed areas
    Great in exposed areas
  • Low maintenance plant
    Low maintenance
  • Attracts birds
    Attracts birds
  • Frost tolerant plant
    Frost tolerant
  • Suitable for privacy screening
    Use as privacy screening

Plant background

Botanical Name: Carpinus betulus Common Name: Hornbeam Genus: Carpinus
Plant Type: Shrubs and Trees Native Area: Europe, W. Asia & N. Africa Colour(s):

Characteristics

Eventual Height: 10m+ Eventual Spread: ~8-10m Hardiness: H7 (Fully Hardy)
Life Cycle: Deciduous Preferred Sunlight: Part Sun Preferred Soil: Most soil types

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