Larger Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam), caliper 1.5/2"
Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam) grown in a 15-gallon pot.
Fall foliage of Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam).
Larger Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam), caliper 1.5/2"
Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam) grown in a 15-gallon pot.
Fall foliage of Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam).

Carpinus caroliniana (American Hornbeam) Unity Grown

$124.95
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Available for local pick-up and delivery only
Qualifies for Marylanders Plant Trees Coupon ($25 Off) - see below for more info
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Carpinus caroliniana, commonly referred to as American hornbeam, is a small to medium tree that grows naturally along streambanks and rivers, as well as in a variety of forests environments, typically as an understory plant. While it typically prefers partial to full shade, it can be adaptable to drier, sunnier sites.

American hornbeam is a beautiful ornamental tree thanks to its fall foliage, which runs the full length of the rainbow from oranges and yellows to reds and purples. Not just a looker, however, American hornbeam is also an ecologically valuable selection, and attracts a host of pollinators, including swallowtail butterflies, as well as birds and small mammals to whom the tree provides cover and shelter.

This selection of Carpinus caroliniana was grown from the ground up, here at Unity Church Hill Nursery.

Native to Maryland, Native to U.S., Straight Species, and Native to Eastern Shore
Mature Tree Height: Medium: 15 to 30 feet
Deciduous
Part Shade/Sun (4-6 hours of sun) and Full Shade (less than 4 hours of sun)
Soil Moisture: Medium to Wet, Medium, and Well-drained
Soil Type: Acidic, Rich Organic Matter, and Wide Tolerance
Bloom Time: Spring
Flower Color: Yellow and Green
Foliage Color: Green
Features: Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Wildlife, Host Plant for Butterflies or Moths, Keystone Plant, Fall Color, and Erosion Control
Tolerances: Flood Tolerant, Shade Tolerant, Wet Soil Tolerant, and Clay Soil Tolerant
Garden Type: Wetland Restoration, Shade Tree, Rain Garden, and Pollinator Garden

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