Firespire American Hornbeam
Botanical Name: Carpinus c. 'Firespire'
Courtesy of Bailey Nurseries
About Firespire American Hornbeam
An attractive, small tree with a narrow, upright form. It is slow growing and happy in full sun or full shade. In high light areas, it develops beautiful orange-red fall color. Use as a tall hedge, for screening or as an accent plant in beds.
Plant Details
Common Name:
Firespire American Hornbeam
Leaf Color:
Green
Leaf Fall Color
Orange and Red
Bloom Time:
Feb
Sun Exposure:
Likes Sun to Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Slow
Mature Shape:
Pyramidal
Mature Height:
10ft to 15ft
Mature Width:
2ft to 3ft
Attributes:
Attracts Birds