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Ostrya carpinifolia

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 10'-20'

planting zones

  • 4b-8a

Ostrya carpinifolia plant details

Ostrya carpinifolia is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ostrya carpinifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: betulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, hedge, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ostrya carpinifolia

USDA Zones: 4b - 8a
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Enchanting in spring when the many branches are strung with numerous long drooping catkins? (Hillier); round-headed, medium-sized tree, yellow fall color. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Ostrya carpinifolia plant

How to Grow Ostrya carpinifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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