GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Hornbeam

Carpinus betulus · Tree

Hardiness
H7 Very hardy (to below −20°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
15–25 m × —
Soil
moist but well-drained
Flowering
June–August
Toxicity
No specific toxicity is listed by the RHS. This is not a guarantee of safety — check with a vet or the ASPCA before pets or children eat any plant.

The Gardening Year

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🪴 Plant out
🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation and prune out affected branches in dry weather.

Coral spot (Nectria): Prune out infected wood and disinfect tools to prevent spread.

Honey fungus: Remove infected trees and avoid replanting susceptible species nearby.

Aphids: Spray with water jet or use insecticidal soap if infestations are heavy.

Caterpillars: Encourage natural predators like birds and wasps to control populations.

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