Carpinus orientalis (Oriental Hornbeam)
Carpinus orientalis, often known as oriental hornbeam, is a deciduous shrub or small tree that grows slowly and produces catkins. It generally grows to a height of 20-25 feet, however at the other end of the spectrum, it develops as a towering shrub barely 12-15 feet tall. Small, doubly-serrate, oval-elliptic, glossy dark green leaves (to 2" long) with pilose mid-ribs and are glabrous underneath.
Botanical Name : Carpinus orientalis
Common Name : Oriental Hornbeam
Height : 15’- 25 ft
Spread : 15 ft
Germination Info : Seed requires 30-60 days warm stratification followed by 60-120 days cold stratification
Hardiness zone : 5-7
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 750