Carpinus caroliniana

American Hornbeam

USDA Zone: 4

Height:
25′
Spread:
20′

Description:

Eastern U.S. native also known as Ironwood and Musclewood; names inspired by the smooth, gray, irregularly fluted trunk. A widely adapted small tree with outstanding fall color, excellent for naturalistic plantings.

JFS Introductions - Shape_tree

Shape

Oval

Foliage

Dark green

Fall Color

Yellow to bright orange-red