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Ironwood; Eastern Hophornbeam

Plant Information

Taxonomic Name: Ostrya virginiana
Common Name: Ironwood; Eastern Hophornbeam
Garden: Wisconsin Woodland Garden
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Bloom Time: April to April
Height: 240-500 inches
Light Requirements: Filtered shade, Closed shade
Soil Conditions: Average well-drained soil
Flower Color: Red, Green
Special Characteristics:
  • Males have red flowers
  • females have green flowers
  • grows 20 to 50 feet