European Hornbeam

A timeless classic with refined form, rich texture, and unmatched versatility 

FEATURES:

• Dense, symmetrical canopy with a stately silhouette
• Distinctive ridged bark and crisp, serrated foliage
• Holds leaves into winter for seasonal interest and privacy
• Easily shaped into formal hedges or natural specimens
• Tolerant of urban conditions, clay soils, and heavy pruning
• A long-lived tree offering structure and shade for generations
• Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree – does not fit in a box

Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip 

For a dramatic formal effect, plant European Hornbeam in rows and prune into columns or hedges. Want something more natural? Let it grow into its classic oval shape for a stately, low-maintenance shade tree. Pairs well with boxwood, yew, or gravel garden settings.