Carpinus betulus 'Globus'

Carpinus betulus 'Globus'

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(Hornbeam) A sought after and slow growing selection of hornbeam, Carpinus betulus 'Globus' grows into a distinctive, tear-shaped small tree.

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Handsome shrub with conical white and green summer flowers.
Pruned back to 30 cm for winter. One free plant per person only.

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A sought after and slow growing selection of hornbeam, Carpinus betulus 'Globus' grows into a distinctive, tear-shaped small tree. The leaves are dark green in spring, summer and turn a rich mustard-yellow in autumn. The architectural habit makes this tree handsome even in the depths of winter without a leaf on it!

Carpinus betulus 'Globus' is a very striking tree but is very slow growing and definitely best suited for a patient gardener!

Position: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Fertile, well drained soil. Carpinus betulus 'Globus' is tolerant of dry soil conditions.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Rate of Growth: Very slow when young but slow to moderate once established.
Habit: Carpinus betulus 'Globus' grows to be a small tree with a dramatic, tear-like habit.
- Height: 8 m (26 ft)
- Spread: 6 m (20 ft)

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Small (4m - 8m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Acid, Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Site: Coastal Areas, Site: Windy
Special Features: Autumn Colour, Suitable for Containers

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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