Scientific Name
Carpinus orientalis

Common Name
Oriental hornbeam
Hardiness Zones: 5-7a
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Slow
Site Requirements: Sun to shade; range of soil types; drought tolerant
Texture: Medium
Form: Large shrub to small tree with U shaped branching pattern
Height: 15 to 25'
Width: 15 to 20'
Leaf: 1 to 2" alternate, simple, glossy, dark green leaves; modest to no fall color
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