A deciduous tree which, if clipped, forms an excellent dense hedge. Its oval leaves are dark green above and paler underneath turning yellow in autumn, they have prominent veins and are toothed. It has pendulous catkins appearing in early spring.

Male catkins are yellow-brown and are long; the female catkins are green and shorter. Its fruit is winged and hangs in clusters ripening from green to yellow-brown.

Some brown leaves will be retained in autumn and it provides a very good source of food for wildlife.

Our broadleaf trees are delivered approximately 40cm and 60cm tall dependent upon seasonal variations. 

Our broadleaf trees are delivered approximately 40cm and 60cm tall dependent upon seasonal variations. 

Hornbeam likes

It tolerates shade, prefers rich clay soils and is more suited to wet soils than the visually similar Beech.

Growth

Can reach up to 30m (100ft).

Origin

UK Native.