Carpinus fangiana

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(Fang's Hornbeam) A rare species of hornbeam native to China, Carpinus fangiana grows to be an elegant small tree with eye-catching veined, finely toothed, dark green leaves (up to 20 cm long).

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2L pot (2 - 3 years old, 40 - 60 cm tall)

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A rare species of hornbeam native to China, Carpinus fangiana grows to be an elegant small tree with eye-catching veined, finely toothed, dark green leaves (up to 20 cm long). Established plants can also produce masses of long, pale green catkins up to 25 - 30 cm tall.

Known for being slow growing initially, Carpinus fangiana is not a tree for instant gratification but is very handsome once established.

Position: Light, dappled shade.
Soil: Moist, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Flowering Period: April - May.
Rate of Growth: Slow initially to moderate.
Habit: In the UK, Carpinus fangiana usually grows to be a small branching tree.
- Height: 6 m (20 ft)
- Spread: 4 m (13 ft)

Brand BlueBell Nursery

In stock 11 Items

Data sheet

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Small
Growing Conditions: Soil Type: Dry / Sandy, Soil Type: Acid, Soil Type: Not Fussy, Soil Type: Damp / Wet
Special Features: Catkins, Honey Fungus Resistant, Habit - Architectural, Rare and Unusual