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SCIENTIFIC NAME
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COMMON NAME
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Carpinus betulus
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European Hornbeam
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PLANT FAMILY
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SIZE GROUP
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PLANT TYPE
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Betulaceae
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7
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deciduous tree
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GROWTH HABIT, RATE:
Pyramidal when young, becoming oval/rounded when mature. Slow to medium growth
rate.
ADAPTABILITY:
Tolerates varied soil types, prefers well-drained soil in full sun. Withstands
part shade and heavy pruning.
FUNCTIONS:
Shade and street tree, specimen, screen, hedge.
PROBLEMS AND MAINTENANCE:
No serious problems, occasional ice storm damage.
NATIVE RANGE:
Europe and Asia Minor
USEFUL RANGE (USDA Zones):
Zones 5-7
SUBSPECIES, VARIETIES, CULTIVARS:
'Columnaris' and 'Fastigiata' are two columnar cultivars often times confused
in the trade.
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