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American Hornbeam

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Plant Information

Taxonomic Name: Carpinus caroliniana
Common Name: American Hornbeam
Type: Tree
Garden: Wisconsin Woodland Garden
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Bloom Time: February to February
Height: 240-480 inches
Light Requirements: Filtered shade, Closed shade
Soil Conditions: Average well-drained soil
Flower Color: Green, White
Special Characteristics:
  • Male - green flowers
  • female - white flowers