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    • Photo of Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' form by Karl Gercens III

    Photo by Karl Gercens III

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    Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

    Also Known As

    • Weeping European Hornbeam

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 16'-20'
    • W: 16'-20'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' plant details

    Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: betulaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 16 FT - 20 FT - wide, 16 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
    Uses: bonsai, cascading, cutting garden, fall color, shade tree

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This dwarf umbrella-shaped tree, with its steeply pendulous branches, makes a delightful garden accent (or bonsai). S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Branches weep from leader, can prune vertical leader to keep small. Yellow fall color. Zones 5-9.

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    Gardening facts about Carpinus betulus 'Pendula' plant

    How to Grow Carpinus betulus 'Pendula'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Carpinus japonica

    aka Carpinus japonicus, Hornbeam, Japanese Hornbeam

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 15'-30'

    Width: 12'-15'

    • sun - shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Carpinus japonica flower, form by Secret Garden Growers
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    Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine'

    aka Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontain'

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 30'-35'

    Width: 15'-18'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Carpinus betulus 'Frans Fontaine' form by Karl Gercens III
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    Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana'

    aka Dwarf Columnar Hornbeam

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-10'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Carpinus betulus 'Columnaris Nana' foliage by plant lust
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    Carpinus laxiflora

    aka Hornbeam

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    6a-9b

    Size

    Height: 20'-30'

    Width: 20'-30'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Carpinus laxiflora foliage, form by Dalgial
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    Carpinus betulus

    aka European Hornbeam

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 40'-60'

    Width: 30'-60'

    • sun
    Photo of Carpinus betulus form by Jean-Pol GRANDMONT
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