{"title":"Tree Hornbeam","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eCarpinus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"129\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Betulaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"151\" data-end=\"154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"171\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hornbeam\u003cbr data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"183\" data-end=\"200\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, and Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"308\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"311\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"321\"\u003eCarpinus\u003c\/em\u003e is a genus of deciduous trees prized for their smooth, grey bark and dense, attractive foliage that turns brilliant yellow to orange in autumn. Commonly known as hornbeams, these trees are valued for their hardiness, adaptability, and fine-textured leaves with sharply serrated edges. Hornbeams have a slow to moderate growth rate and are often used as shade trees, street trees, or in hedging due to their tolerance for pruning and compact form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eThe wood of \u003cem data-start=\"782\" data-end=\"792\"\u003eCarpinus\u003c\/em\u003e is notably hard and was historically used for tool handles and furniture. In landscape design, hornbeams offer elegant structure and seasonal interest, making them popular choices in urban and suburban gardens across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1048\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade; best leaf colour and growth in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-drained, fertile, moist soils but adapts to various soil types including clay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; regular watering benefits young trees especially during dry spells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in Zones 3–8; suitable for much of Canada’s temperate regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1406\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1490\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; responds well to pruning for shaping or hedging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1492\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eThe genus name \u003cem data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eCarpinus\u003c\/em\u003e is derived from the Celtic word for “horn,” referring to the hardness of the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eHornbeams produce small nutlets in clusters, which are eaten by various birds and small mammals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1734\" data-end=\"1846\"\u003eThe smooth bark and fine branching give hornbeam trees a graceful silhouette, particularly striking in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eThey tolerate urban pollution and compacted soils better than many other deciduous trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1943\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003eHornbeam hedges are an excellent alternative to boxwood for creating formal garden edges in Canadian climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/hornbeam.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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