Hornbeam Tree 40/60cm (P9)
Carpinus betulus
£14.55
The Hornbeam is a hardy, native tree known for its smooth grey bark and ridged trunk. It has oval leaves with deep veins, turning golden-yellow in autumn. Hornbeams are versatile, tolerating heavy pruning, making them excellent for hedging or as standalone trees in gardens.
- ✓ Hardy native tree with smooth grey bark and distinctive ridged trunk
- ✓ Versatile for gardens - can be grown as a tree, hedge, or pleached specimen
- ✓ UK Native provides food and habitat for wildlife, supporting garden biodiversity
- ✓ Low-maintenance and adaptable, thriving in various soil types and conditions
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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Hornbeam, or Carpinus betulus, is a hardy deciduous tree native to Britain and much of Europe. It’s a versatile and attractive tree that’s well-suited to many gardens. Hornbeams are known for their smooth, grey bark and distinctive ridged trunk, which becomes more pronounced as the tree ages. The leaves are oval, with deep veins and serrated edges, creating a pleasing texture in the canopy.
In spring, the Hornbeam produces catkins – male catkins are yellowish and hang down, while female catkins are smaller and less noticeable. These are followed by clusters of winged nuts in autumn, which provide food for wildlife. The leaves turn a lovely golden-yellow in autumn before falling, adding seasonal interest to your garden.
Hornbeams are particularly valued for their ability to tolerate heavy pruning, making them excellent choices for hedging or pleached trees. When left to grow naturally, they form a rounded to oval crown, providing dappled shade that’s perfect for underplanting with shade-loving plants.
This tree is incredibly tough and adaptable, thriving in a wide range of soil types and conditions. It’s resistant to air pollution, making it a good choice for urban gardens. Hornbeams also have a rich history in Britain, having been used traditionally for everything from firewood to tool handles.
While it can grow quite tall in the wild, in gardens it usually reaches a more manageable height of 15-25 metres over many years. Its relatively slow growth rate means it won’t outgrow its space too quickly, making it suitable for many garden sizes.
Hornbeam trees are relatively low-maintenance and easy to care for. They prefer full sun to partial shade and will grow in most soil types, though they favour well-drained, fertile soil. Water young trees regularly for the first couple of years to help establish a strong root system. Once established, they’re quite drought-tolerant. Pruning isn’t necessary unless you’re maintaining a specific shape or hedge. If pruning is needed, do so in late winter or early spring. Hornbeams don’t typically require feeding, but you can apply a balanced fertiliser in spring if growth seems slow. They’re generally resistant to pests and diseases, adding to their low-maintenance appeal.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pot Size
9cm
Foliage
Deciduous
Foliage Colour
Green
Hardiness
-20°C and below (H7)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pollen Allergies, Pet Safe
Watering
Moderate
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Neutral
Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.
Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.
Delivery Class | Delivery Cost | |
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Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £0.95 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class | £2.10 (Flat) | |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | This item |
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) | £4.49 (Flat) | This item |
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £28.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.
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