Eurpean Hornbeam
| Scientific name | Carpinus betulus |
| Common name | Eurpean Hornbeam |
| Type | Trees |
| Variety | Deciduous |
| USDA Zone hardiness | 5a - 7b |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Height | 40 to 50' |
| Spread | 30 to 40' |
| Scientific name | Carpinus betulus |
| Common name | Eurpean Hornbeam |
| Type | Trees |
| Variety | Deciduous |
| USDA Zone hardiness | 5a - 7b |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Height | 40 to 50' |
| Spread | 30 to 40' |
This fine landscape tree is an excellent choice for use as a screen, hedge or an individual specimen. Best in full sun, it also tolerates light shade. The slender olive-brown stems have prominent lenticels. The mature bark is quite handsome - smooth, sinewy and steel gray.