Carpinus betulus
The carpinus betulus also known as the European hornbeam is a large tree that has a grey trunk. His leaves are up to 5-8cm long and are ovate, conspicuously ribbed and turns yellow during autumn. Catkins open in spring, followed by hop-like fruiting catkins to 8cm. Plant this tree in a well drained soil with a lot of sun.
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Genus |
Carpinus |
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Species |
betulus |
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Bloeiperiode |
april may |
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Bodemtype |
neutral |
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Type (gebruik) |
hedge plant tree/standard |
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Kleur (blad) |
green |
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Height |
500 cm 1000 cm |
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Wintergroen |
no |
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Winter hardiness |
-30 °C |
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Snoeien |
yes |
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Locatie |
sun half shade |
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Bodemvochtigheid |
normal |
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Groeisnelheid |
slow |