American Hornbeam
Carpinus Caroliniana
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Hardiness zone
- 3-9
- Min. Temperature
- −40°F (−40°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral
Plant traits
Mature height20-35 ft
Mature spread20-35 ft
Plant typeShade Trees
Bloom seasonSpring
Foliage typeDeciduous
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantNo
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyBees
Visualize this plant in your garden
See how American Hornbeam would look in your yard with Neighborbrite.