Carpinus betulus

Carpinus betulusThe Carpinus betulus more commonly known as the Hornbeam is often confused with the common Beech with similar shaped leaves, however, Hornbeam leaves are smaller and more deeply grooved than Beech leaves. The Hornbeam is monoecious, meaning that both female and male catkins can be found on the same tree. After pollination, the female catkins progress into delicate, green winged fruits, known as Samaras. Small birds and mammals feed on these Samaras

attractive foliage and incredible flowers

balconies and even indoor settings

Crocus do well grown in groups and can naturalise an area over a series of season

Easily kept to just 1

and yields gloriously tasty dessert apples that store very well (for more than two months)

Winter offers new interest - the ornamental bark will delight with tones of orange and beige

especially when planted in groups for the best effect

Excellent for rockery planting and for underplanting in areas that are to be naturalised

when viewed en masse

Certified by the RHS as one of its Plants for Pollinators - be(e)autiful stuff

Little Oliver is a division 7

this hydrangea will be able to cope nicely