European Hornbeam 8-inch on a kitchen shelf

on a kitchen shelf

A showy landscape accent that works nicely as a container plant

Brighter light levels will help encourage strong and lush growth

dense branching habit assumes a fountain-like shape

spittlebugs

European Hornbeam 8-inch on a kitchen shelfThe European hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) is a medium sized, deciduous tree native to Europe and Western Asia, known for its hard, heavy wood, attractive foliage, and adaptability. It's often used in landscaping, for hedges and screens, and tolerates pruning well. The tree's leaves turn yellow in the fall. Prefers moist, well drained soil and full sun to partial shade.