Carpinus laxiflora, Loose Flower Hornbeam Nursery Start Flowering

Carpinus laxiflora, Loose Flower Hornbeam Nursery Start FloweringUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 5 Native Range: Japan, Korea. Soil: Consistently moist, not soggy. Neutral pH. Light: Full sun to light shade. Height in the Garden: Up to 45' Attributes: Broadleaf, deciduous, small tree that is fantastic in the landscape and for bonsai culture. Foliage is small and delicate. Twigs are slim and flexible. Bark is light, gray brown. A wonderful species for bonsai not often seen in the U. S. Notes: Pretty foliage along with

Slow growing

Height in the Garden: 6' to 8'

but there are roots all around the nebari

some of which are edible

rich in organic matter

It responds well to fertilization and regular water in a light growing medium

graceful habit

deciduous tree native to Southern Europe and parts of Asia

Height in the Garden: 8"

Has a succesful root graft and a good nebari

This tree will back bud prolifically

Attributes: Small heart-shaped leaves with fine serration