Carpinus japonica

Japanese hornbeam

Family	Carpinaceae
Plant Type	tree
Zone	USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	6 - 9 m (20 - 30 ft)
Spread	6 - 9 m (20 - 30 ft)
Light	partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	The tree Carpinus japonica (Japanese hornbeam) bears faded green flowers during mid-spring. The foliage is greyish green in colour. Carpinus japonica (Japanese hornbeam) bears showy fruit.
Typical Uses	Street planting.