Carpinus betulus (European Hornbeam)
European hornbeams make excellent screens, hedges, and windbreak trees when planted in groups around big buildings. The European hornbeam has attractive slate-gray smooth to fluted bark and richly textured leaves. In the fall, the dark green leaves become a lovely golden, and the bark and buds are beautiful in the winter.
Botanical Name : Carpinus betulus
Common Name : European Hornbeam
Height : 40 – 60 ft
Spread : 30 ft
Germination Info : Seed requires 30-60 days warm stratification followed by 60-120 days cold stratification
Hardiness zone : 5-8
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 500