'American' Hornbeam

Description:

Dense pyramidal tree with a strong central leader.  Ideal tree for street plantings because of its heat tolerance.  A J. Frank Schmidt & Son selection.

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Scientific Name: Caprinus betulus

Common Name: 'American' Hornbeam

Height: 40'

Spread: 25'

Rate of Growth: Slow

Foliage Color: Dark Green

Bark: Gray

Zone: 5 to 9

Plant Form: Pyramidal