Carpinus betulus
European Hornbeam, Common Hornbeam
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 18m
Width:
9 - 12m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Sensitive
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. It has been observed that two-lined chesnut borer has attacked and killed stressed trees.
Management Notes
Can prune into hedge, tall screen or single-stemmed tree