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Ostrya carpinifolia
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(Hop Hornbeam) Ostrya carpinifolia is an attractive, ornamental tree with eye-catching catkins first introduced to the UK in the early-18th century from the Mediterranean region.
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This attractive, ornamental tree is a early-18th century introduction to the UK from the Mediterranean region. It has veined, lush green, Carpinus-like leaves which can turn butter yellow in a good, crisp autumn.
Once established, it also has small, white, pendent flowers in late spring followed by fascinating large catkins later in the year. A fine tree suitable for most gardens and woodland areas.
- Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
- Soil: Fertile, damp or moist soil. (Avoid waterlogged areas)
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Rate of Growth: Moderate.
- Habit: Ostrya carpinifolia grows to be a medium to large branching tree once established.
- Height: 15 - 20 m (50 - 65 ft)
- Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Data sheet
- How Much Sun
- Full Sun
- Eventual Size
- Tree - Medium, Tree - Large
- Growing Conditions
- Soil Type: Damp / Wet, Soil Type: Not Fussy, Soil Type: Dry / Sandy
- Special Features
- Catkins, Honey Fungus Resistant, Screening/Hedge
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(Hop Hornbeam) Ostrya carpinifolia is an attractive, ornamental tree with eye-catching catkins first introduced to the UK in the early-18th century from the Mediterranean region.