Carpinus betulus (Hornbeam)

Strong, structured, and versatile, Carpinus betulus is a classic choice for screening and shaping in a variety of landscape styles. Grown as a standard, it provides a dependable framework for gardens needing form and function.

Typically crowned at 1.8 to 2 metres and reaching 5–6 metres over time, Hornbeam is dense and upright, with crisp pleated leaves that turn golden-yellow in autumn. It tolerates heavy pruning, making it ideal for formal layouts and repeating schemes.

Adaptable to almost any soil — including damp, compacted, or clay-rich ground — it performs reliably in sun or partial shade. It’s often used for high hedging, avenues, or where a bold deciduous presence is needed.

Reach out for current availability. A dependable, structure-forming tree that blends elegance with strength.