Tree giants
Carpinus betulus
Hornbeam
Solitary tree or trunk bush
Native deciduous tree, robust and adaptable, versatile in use
Available height: 5 to 15 m
Available trunk circumference: 25-100 cm
Native wild shrub
Ideal for hedges, also tolerates shade
Very tolerant of pruning with high regrowth capacity
Dry foliage often lasts until spring
Undemanding heart-rooted plant, hardy and robust